Mount Fuji from Space
Mount Fuji, or Fuji-san, is more than just Japan’s tallest mountain—it is a symbol of national pride, spirituality, and resilience. For centuries, it has held a special place in Japanese culture, revered in art, literature, and religion. Its near-perfect symmetry and snow-capped peak have inspired countless depictions, and it remains a powerful icon of Japan’s natural beauty.
These four satellite images of Mount Fuji offer a striking view of Japan’s most iconic peak. Seen from orbit, Fuji’s near-perfect symmetry stands out against the surrounding landscape, its snow-covered summit clearly visible even from hundreds of kilometers above.
Images captured by NASA between 2001 and 2021.
STS-107 on 26 January 2003
LANDSAT 8 on 1 January 2021
ISS on 27 May 2001
LANDSAT 8 on 29 December 2013
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