Lake Suwa and Mount Fuji
About the Lake Suwa and Mount Fuji Camera
Operated by Shimosuwa's tourism association, this camera looks from the northern shore of Lake Suwa down the length of the water — and, when conditions allow, to Mount Fuji on the far horizon.
Fuji is around 100 kilometres away and appears through a notch in the hills at the southeastern end of the lake. It is a demanding view: the mountain shows only when the air is exceptionally clear, which in practice means cold, dry winter mornings. Summer haze hides it for months at a time.
Shimosuwa itself is worth knowing. It was a post town where the Nakasendo and the Koshu Kaido met, the only place the two highways joined, and it holds the lower shrines of Suwa Taisha. The hot springs here have been in use since long before either road was formalised.
Highlights & Nearby
- •Watch for: the lake, the far shore, and Mount Fuji on exceptionally clear days
- •Nearby: Suwa Taisha Shimosha, Shimosuwa onsen, Lake Suwa shoreline, Okaya
- •Note: Fuji appears only in very clear air — best odds on cold winter mornings
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Shimosuwa Lake Suwa camera live?
Yes. Lake Suwa seen from Shimosuwa streams live 24 hours a day.
Can Mount Fuji really be seen from here?
Sometimes. Fuji is about 100 kilometres away and appears through a gap in the hills at the far end of the lake, but only when the air is exceptionally clear.
When is Fuji most likely to be visible?
Cold, dry winter mornings. Summer haze hides it for long stretches.
What is Shimosuwa known for?
It was the only post town where the Nakasendo and Koshu Kaido highways met, and it holds the lower shrines of Suwa Taisha along with long-established hot springs.
