It's pretty cold down there! (Photo: Cathy Cawood)

Narusawa Ice Cave in Yamanashi

Permanently frozen cave under forest near Mount Fuji

Cathy Cawood   - 1 min read

The ground beneath the forest near Mount Fuji is honeycombed with caves and tunnels formed by gas trapped within lava as it cooled. As soon as you start to descend the steps the chill rises to meet you, and once you are actually inside the cave it is very cold indeed.  I expected more ice, and I believe there is more in winter, but I went there on a hot summer day. If you visit this cave, you will definitely need at least a jacket. It's freezing down there!

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Cathy Cawood

Cathy Cawood @cathy.cawood

 I came to Japan in 2003 to teach English. I lived in Shiga prefecture for 1 year, and it still holds a special place in my heart. I lived in Kyoto for 9 years, then moved to Machida, Tokyo in 2014 after meeting my Japanese partner. I love to take photos, and my Japan in Pictures Facebook page ha...