Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine is the viewpoint behind one of Japan's most reproduced images: Chureito Pagoda framed against Mount Fuji, especially during cherry blossom season. The climb is short but steep, and clear weather matters.
The shrine is more than a photo platform. It is tied to prayers to calm Mount Fuji during an eruption, and local tradition connects it with offerings from the Takeda clan. Go early if you want the view with fewer crowds.