Great view of Mt. Fuji from Bullet train

Clear blue sky formed a great backdrop for a spectacular view of Mount Fuji as we flew past at 250kmh. I can completely understand why locals believe the mountain has magical powers, it is hard not to feel awestruck when you see it's sheer size and beauty first hand.

Lat year I did a night hike to the top with a group of friends, it's a bit like running a marathon (but uphill and on rough terrain, with thin air and carrying a back-pack full of things you wish you'd left at home) but once you are at the top it suddenly all becomes worthwhile - you quite literally feel 'on top of the world' and the aches, pains and blisters just melt away.