Top 11 Must-Have Mt. Fuji Souvenirs: Unique Keepsakes to Cherish Your Visit

Mt.Fuji, Japan's iconic symbol, was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013 due to its elegant appearance and cultural significance.

Standing at 3,776 meters tall, Mt.Fuji spans across Yamanashi and Shizuoka prefectures, and its majestic appearance captivates people from around the world. The Fujigoko (Fuji Five Lakes) region at the foot of Mt.Fuji is dotted with numerous tourist attractions and hot spring facilities, attracting many visitors throughout the year.

Particularly during the summer climbing season, many climbers from around the world come to attempt the Mt.Fuji ascent. In this article, we'll introduce recommended souvenirs from the Mt.Fuji area and the spots where you can purchase them.

Abundance of Mt.Fuji-themed goods in the surrounding area

Tourist areas around Mt.Fuji offer a wide variety of souvenirs, including sweets shaped like Mt.Fuji and accessories incorporating Mt.Fuji designs. These products are all created by local artisans and companies who have infused their respect and pride for Mt.Fuji into their work.

From modern sweets to traditional crafts, there's a range of products that appeal to visitors of all ages. We encourage you to choose Mt.Fuji-related goods as souvenirs, as they serve as special mementos that can only be obtained by visiting Mt.Fuji.

5 Recommended souvenirs popular among foreign visitors around Mt.Fuji

There are many attractive souvenirs around Mt.Fuji that combine cute appearances with excellent taste. Here are 5 products that are both Instagram-worthy and embody Japanese characteristics.

Fujisanchou Kashi (Mt.Fuji Peak Sweets)

Fuji Sanchou Kashi (Mt. Fuji Peak Confection) is a Western-style confection created by Okashian Tagonotsuki in Shizuoka Prefecture to commemorate their 30th anniversary. Inside the fluffy sponge cake, there's a rich and creamy custard cream made with milk from cows raised on the Asagiri Plateau. The outside is coated with white chocolate representing snow.

At the peak, there's a coffee-flavored chocolate designed to resemble the former weather observatory that used to exist at Mt. Fuji's summit, making it both visually and tastefully delightful.

You can purchase Fuji Sanchou Kashi at various Tagonotsuki stores throughout Shizuoka Prefecture or at their antenna shop near Shin Fuji Station. With a shelf life of 4-5 days, it's recommended to buy it for enjoying at your hotel.

Its distinctive Mt. Fuji shape makes it a perfect souvenir to commemorate your visit to Mt. Fuji.

Fujiyama Cookies

Fujiyama Cookies are premium cookies baked daily at the foot of Mt. Fuji, using carefully selected ingredients including domestic wheat flour, honey from the Mt. Fuji foothills, and cheese.

They feature a crispy texture and melt-in-your-mouth quality, allowing you to enjoy their deep, gentle flavor.

Available in various flavors including vanilla, matcha, and chocolate, they come individually wrapped, making them easy to distribute. I purchased a 3-piece set as a souvenir, and the stylish packaging was very well received.

You can buy them at the direct retail store within walking distance from Kawaguchiko Station, inside Fuji-Q Highland theme park, or at Kawaguchiko Station. With a shelf life of 60 days from the manufacturing date, they can be treasured as a memory of Japan.

Mt. Fuji T-shirts

"Fuji-san Miharashi" at the Fifth Station of Mount Fuji offers popular Mt. Fuji T-shirts in over 20 color variations.

Size options range from kids to XXL, making it fun for groups to wear matching shirts. When I visited Mt. Fuji, I saw many families wearing matching Mt. Fuji T-shirts, and their smiling faces as they showed off their matching shirts made me happy too.

Made from 100% cotton for comfort, they're suitable for summer Mt. Fuji climbs. Prices start from 2,500 yen, and they're available at souvenir shops at the fifth station and tourist facilities around Lake Kawaguchi.

As they can be worn regularly after returning home, they're recommended as items that keep travel memories close.

Mt. Fuji Towel Handkerchief

This playful handkerchief, which forms Mt. Fuji's shape, when folded into a triangle, is a souvenir that combines practicality with cuteness.

Made with towel fabric from Imabari, famous for producing high-quality towels, it features excellent absorption and feel. At 20cm × 20cm, its compact size makes it easy to carry in your bag.

The packaging features a design of people climbing the Mt. Fuji handkerchief, showing plenty of playfulness.

Reasonably priced, it's perfect as a souvenir for yourself or as a casual gift for friends and family. Available at tourist facilities and souvenir shops around Mt. Fuji.

Mt. Fuji Hororin Chocolates - A Perfect Souvenir

Mt. Fuji Hororin Chocolates represent a sublime fusion of Mt. Fuji's majestic beauty and Japan's traditional chocolate-making craftsmanship. These Mt. Fuji-shaped chocolates are distinguished by their unique texture that gently melts in your mouth.

The package includes three distinctive flavors: strawberry, chocolate, and matcha (green tea), each offering a different taste experience. The sophisticated packaging design, inspired by Japan's stunning natural landscapes, makes it an ideal souvenir gift for someone special.

Each piece is carefully crafted, exemplifying both visual excellence and superior taste. These chocolates can be purchased at souvenir shops around Lake Kawaguchiko area, with a shelf life of approximately three months from the manufacturing date.

As a product that truly demonstrates the excellence of Japanese confectionery-making techniques, it's perfect both as a personal souvenir or as a gift for friends and family.

Perfect for Friends and Family! 3 Famous Long-Lasting Souvenirs

Long-lasting souvenirs make ideal gifts for your loved ones. The Mt. Fuji area offers a diverse selection of preserved souvenirs that maintain their quality over time.

Fuji rice crackers

Mt. Fuji-shaped rice crackers (senbei) are traditional Japanese sweets that combine traditional manufacturing methods with modern arrangements. They feature a crispy texture and a subtle sweet aroma.

The surface of these rice crackers beautifully expresses Mt. Fuji's ridgeline. The design, which depicts Mt. Fuji in its winter snow-capped glory, is visually appealing.

These souvenirs come from the adorable Mt. Fuji-themed packaging and have a long shelf life of 6 months from the manufacturing date, making them perfect mementos to take home from your journey.

The price is reasonable, and you can easily purchase them at souvenir shops around Lake Kawaguchi or station kiosks. They're versatile gifts suitable for both casual presents and special occasions, making them a quintessentially Japanese souvenir.

Koshu Wine

Koshu wine, a pride of Yamanashi Prefecture, is made from Japan's indigenous Koshu grapes. It features refreshing fruit aromas reminiscent of Japanese citrus and green apples, with a pleasant acidity, full-bodied umami, and a dry finish.

It pairs excellently with Japanese cuisine, especially with sushi and grilled fish (Washyoku). With a shelf life of about 2 years from the manufacturing date, it can be aged if stored properly.

Available at wineries and souvenir shops around Lake Kawaguchi, prices start from around 2,000 yen, making it quite affordable. While careful handling is required as it's fragile, it's recommended as a gift for wine enthusiasts as it represents Japanese wine culture.

Mt. Fuji Curry

"Blue Mt. Fuji Curry" is the signature dish served at the café inside the Yamanashi Prefectural Mount Fuji World Heritage Center. Its striking appearance and authentic taste have made it popular on social media.

In response to requests from people wanting to recreate the blue Mt. Fuji curry at home, a retort pouch version was created. The Blue Mt. Fuji Curry features a sweet taste profile made with Yamanashi peach puree and coconut milk.

As a retort pouch product, it has a long shelf life of 1 year from the manufacturing date and is easy to transport. Priced at around 1,000 yen per serving, it can be purchased at the World Heritage Center shop and souvenir stores around Lake Kawaguchi.

Try recreating this striking Mt. Fuji curry at home!

3 Traditional Crafts Around Mt. Fuji That Will Create Lifelong Memories

Around Mt. Fuji, traditional crafts with hundreds of years of history continue to be passed down. These crafts, embodying the region's culture and history, attract attention from collectors worldwide.

These craftworks, carefully created one by one by skilled artisans, are exceptional pieces that can be cherished for a long time as special memories of your Mt. Fuji tour.

Mt. Fuji Glasswork

Glasswork featuring Mt. Fuji motifs is a popular souvenir among tourists visiting Mt. Fuji. In particular, the "Mt. Fuji Glass" manufactured by Tajima Glass features a unique design with Mt. Fuji's snow-capped peak expressed through sand-carved techniques at the bottom of the glass.

This glass won the 2015 Souvenir Grand Prix and the Japan Tourism Agency Commissioner Award, with its artistic value highly acclaimed both domestically and internationally. The way Mt. Fuji appears mystically when liquid is poured into the glass never fails to captivate viewers.

Mt. Fuji Glass can be purchased at shops around Lake Kawaguchi and the museum shop inside the Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center. The price is around 8,000 yen.

It's such a beautiful glass that I fell in love with it at first sight and decided to purchase it. Every time you use the "Mt. Fuji Glass," it will bring back memories of Japan's beautiful scenery and enjoyable moments.

Oishi Tsumugi

Oishi Tsumugi is a silk textile made using traditional weaving techniques passed down since the Edo period.

Its characteristics include durability, lightweight comfort, and the smoothness unique to silk. It's a craft that takes several months to weave one roll of kimono, truly a masterpiece filled with artisans' skills and passion.

The Oishi Tsumugi Traditional Craft Center offers easily purchasable items like shawls and accessories. You can also observe the production process at the center and deepen your understanding of Japanese textile culture.

I personally visited to observe the production process and was moved by the artisans' skills. I purchased a shawl as a souvenir for myself. Its superior quality makes me feel special every time I wear it.

While Oishi Tsumugi kimonos are expensive, accessories like shawls can be purchased from around 8,000 yen. Please consider it as a special Japanese souvenir.

Fuji Katsuyama Suzutake Bamboo Crafts

Crafts made from Suzutake, a type of bamboo growing around Mt. Fuji's 2nd station, are characterized by delicate weaving patterns and graceful curves. The production process requires advanced techniques of splitting bamboo into thin strips and weaving them, where artisans' experience and sensibility determine the quality of the work.

The particularly popular bamboo baskets combine practicality with interior beauty. Suzutake baskets are well-ventilated and release moisture, making them suitable for maintaining food freshness. In Japan, they have traditionally been used as daily items for draining vegetables and fruits, food presentation, and food storage.

At the Fuji Katsuyama Suzutake Traditional Crafts Center, you can observe the production process and make purchases, with prices ranging from 2,000 yen to tens of thousands of yen depending on the item.

Suzutake baskets, combining lightness with elegant design, are perfect as souvenirs of Japanese traditional crafts.

Purchase a Personal Souvenir at Mt. Fuji's 5th Station for a Memorable Return!

The 5th station of Mt. Fuji is a popular spot bustling with tourists throughout the year. From this altitude of 2,305 meters, you can enjoy panoramic views of the sea of clouds and Fuji Five Lakes. Multiple souvenir shops line this 5th station, offering various items to commemorate your Mt. Fuji climb.

Shopping at the 5th station holds meaning beyond mere souvenir purchasing. Items bought at such a high altitude will be deeply etched with memories of that moment's atmosphere, scenery, and temperature. Additionally, you can enjoyably spend the rest time needed for altitude acclimatization before climbing by selecting souvenirs.

Souvenirs purchased at Mt. Fuji, Japan's symbol, will surely become precious treasures as irreplaceable travel memories.