Mount Fuji's Missing Snow Disappoints Tourists, But Hope Remains For Winter Wonderland

Sunday, 19 January 2025 19:52

Mount Fuji, a beloved landmark in Japan, has disappointed tourists this year due to the lack of snowfall. However, hope remains as weather forecasts predict snow later this week.

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Tourists Disappointed By Lack of Snow
Hope For Snow Remains

Mount Fuji, Japan's iconic snow-capped peak, has disappointed tourists this year. The usual October snowfall has yet to arrive, leaving the mountain looking like a regular peak instead of its iconic snow-covered self. Tourists frequent Lake Kawaguchi for its stunning views of Mount Fuji, but many are expressing their disappointment at the lack of snow.

Tourists Disappointed By Lack of Snow

French tourist Hugo Koide was shocked to see no snow on Mount Fuji during what should be its snowy season. The 25-year-old remembers visiting the area as a child and witnessing Mount Fuji covered in snow during autumn. "It's really disappointing to see Mount Fuji without snow. It just doesn't feel like Mount Fuji," said Koide. "I came here specifically to see the snow, and it's just not there. It's really a let-down."

Australian tourist Jason Le shared a similar experience. "I came in a T-shirt and shorts. It doesn't feel right," he said. "I think this is affecting everyone around the world. We're from Australia, and we're seeing hotter summers and colder early seasons."

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The lack of snow has been a major topic of conversation among tourists visiting the area. Some have even gone so far as to say that it makes Mount Fuji look "ordinary."

Hope For Snow Remains

However, there's a glimmer of hope. The Japan Weather Association's tenki.jp weather forecasting website predicts snowfall later this week.

"There is a possibility of rain near Mount Fuji on November 6," tenki.jp said. The agency explained that cold air will move in, transitioning the rain into snow near the summit. "The weather will gradually improve, and the mountain’s first snowfall could be seen on the morning of the 7th."

Tourists are hopeful that the snowfall will arrive soon, allowing them to experience the iconic snow-covered Mount Fuji. "It would be great if the snow came this week. It would make the trip so much better," said Koide. "I'm hoping that we'll get to see the snow before we leave."