Red Fox at Lake Yamanaka

Lake Yamanaka, one of the Fuji Five Lakes at the base of Mount Fuji, is a rewarding spot to encounter red foxes against the backdrop of Japan's most iconic peak. Visiting in February on the Amazing Japanese Wildlife in Winter holiday gives photographers the best chance of finding foxes active around the lake, with Mount Fuji often visible beyond. The combination of a recognisable mountain backdrop and approachable foxes makes this a distinctive location within the itinerary. Patience around the lake shore during the February visit is key to capturing both subject and setting together.