Wakutamaike 湧玉池

 Location: Within the precinct of Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Shrine, Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka Prefecture (Chubu Region), Japan.

Spring Water from Fuji: Imagine a bubbling spring—200,000 tons of water per day—gushing from beneath the rocks at the pond’s bottom. This water? It’s actually spring water from Mount Fuji itself.

Special Natural Monument: Designated as a “Special Natural Monument” by Japan in 1952, Wakutama Pond holds ancient wisdom within its crystal-clear depths.

Steady Temperature: The pond’s water remains a constant 13 degrees Celsius (55 degrees Fahrenheit) year-round. A tranquil oasis, even in the heat of summer or the chill of winter.

Photogenic Beauty: Picture this: fish swimming in the clear water, a picturesque footbridge, and small shrines with vermilion torii gates. Every angle is a postcard waiting to happen.

And as you stand by the pond, ponder this: 15 years—that’s how long it takes for rain or snow falling on Mount Fuji to emerge here. What were you doing 15 years ago when those first drops touched the mountain’s peak? 🌿💧✨

Lastly, let’s agree: Wakutama Pond is more than photogenic—it’s a whispered invitation to connect with nature’s quiet magic. 📸🌟

Have you ever encountered a place that felt like a secret shared only with the wind and the trees? 🍃🌊