The Fuji reflects in Lake Kawaguchi, seen from the Misaka pass in the Kai province 

Katsushika Hokusai crafted this image of Mount Fuji reflected in Lake Kawaguchi. Dominating the composition, the mountain stands as a potent symbol of Japan itself, embodying strength, permanence, and spiritual significance. Reflected on the lake's surface, the mountain is suggestive of a fleeting and transient world. The mirroring motif echoes through history, harking back to Narcissus gazing at his reflection, forever caught between reality and illusion. Unlike the Greek myth, the reflection of Mount Fuji becomes a symbol of the ephemeral nature of existence, a constant reminder of change within stability. The mountain's silent, unchanging presence, contrasted with its shifting reflection, may stir within us the uneasy awareness of time's passage. Ultimately, the image embodies a cyclical progression, mirroring both the physical and spiritual realms. The interplay between the mountain and its reflection invites viewers to contemplate the profound interconnection between permanence and transience, a dialogue that resonates across time and cultures.