Mount Fuji, or Fujisan as it is respectfully known in Japan, is far more than just a geological landmark. Rising to 3,776.24 meters (12,389 feet), it is the highest peak in Japan and arguably the country's most enduring cultural and spiritual symbol. Located approximately 100 kilometers southwest of Tokyo, its perfectly symmetrical snow-capped cone has served as a beacon for pilgrims, an inspiration for world-renowned artists, and a challenge for millions of hikers. In 2013, it was inscribed as

Japan gov't releases Mt. Fuji eruption scenario video, impact of ashfall