‘Mount Fuji was not just a mountain to be climbed, it was a mountain to be worshipped’ Ever since the earliest recorded times, Mount Fuji has been important to Japanese people. Not only the largest physical feature in the Japanese islands, Mount Fuji was also considered a deity. In Hokusai’s series ‘36 views of Mount Fuji’ he creates images that place Mount Fuji at the centre of our universe. See incredible works from this series in our #Hokusai exhibition – new hours just announced: http://ow.l

Mount Fuji, a symbol of beauty and tranquility in Japan, has a tumultuous history that many may not be aware of. The eruption that occurred on December 16, 1707, was one of the most catastrophic events in the history of Japan, known as the Hoei Eruption. It came just 49 days after a large earthquake, which likely triggered the volcanic activity. What made this event particularly extraordinary was the sheer volume of ash ejected and the vast area it affected. The skies darkened, and the sun was b