Mount Fuji is an active stratovolcano located on Honshu, the largest island of Japan. It straddles the border between Yamanashi and Shizuoka prefectures, about 100 kilometers (60 miles) southwest of Tokyo
. The mountain rises to an elevation of 3,776 meters (12,389 feet) and is Japan's tallest peak
. Mount Fuji is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park and is a prominent cultural and natural landmark visible from Tokyo on clear days
. The area around Mount Fuji includes several cities at its base-Gotemba, Fujiyoshida, Fujinomiya, and Fuji-as well as five picturesque lakes, making it a popular destination for sightseeing, hiking, and cultural visits
. In summary, Fuji is located on Honshu island, on the border between Yamanashi and Shizuoka prefectures in central Japan, near Tokyo.
