0:00 Beginning with the end in mind
0:28 Introduction
1:01 Japan Adventure Series – Part Two: Mt. Fuji
1:11 Fujisan Parking Lot
1:38 Fujisan Bus
1:58 Subaru Line 5th Station & Komitake Shrine
2:24 Yoshida Trailhead
3:02 6th Station: Mt Fuji Safety Center
3:37 7th Station: Hana-goya Hut
3:51 7th Station: Hinode-kan Hut
4:07 7th Station: Tomoe-kan Hut
4:49 Dinner
5:04 Teeth Brushing with a View
5:40 Sleeping Arrangements
6:00 Sunset on Mt Fuji
6:22 Sunrise on Mt Fuji (Day Two)
7:02 Back on the Yoshida Trail
8:00 7th Station: Torii-so Hut
8:50 8th Station: Taishi-kan Hut
9:15 Fujisan Hotel
9:28 8th Station: Tomoe-kan Hut
9:39 9th Station
10:04 Summit of Mt Fuji
10:15 Mt Fuji Caldera Rim Trail
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Where can we sleep on Mt. Fuji?
We stayed at the Seventh Station Tomoe Kan Hut. At an altitude of 2,740m, Tomoe Kan on the 7th Station was the first private room on Mt. Even if you are not confident in your physical strength, it takes about 2 hours on foot from the 5th station, and there is a horse riding service near the hotel, so everyone from children to the elderly can come easily. Please enjoy the alpine plants halfway up the summit. All the rooms at the Tomoe Kan at the 7th Station are private rooms, and are recommended for those who want to climb slowly.
How can we climb Mt. Fuji, Japan’s most famous peak?
Towering over Japan at 3,776 meters tall, Mt. Fuji is a worldwide symbol of Japan and a spiritual landmark for its residents. Despite its size, Mt. Fuji is climbed by more than 200,000 hikers every year, including many novices. While you may not have to be a mountaineer to ascend the World Heritage site, you should be in healthy physical condition and properly prepared before your trip.
When can we climb Mt. Fuji?
Mt Fuji opens to hikers from early July to early September, and peak season lasts from late July to late August. Trails are most crowded during the Obon holidays, which usually fall in the middle of August, and can be closed due to rain or wind, so time your ascent carefully. Many hikers opt for a two-day journey, resting at a hut situated half-way up the mountain before departing for the summit in the early hours of the morning. This plan puts you at the top in time for the picturesque sunrise.Exercise caution when hiking in the dark as accidents do happen. Novices may wish to hike later in the day when it is safer, warmer and there are fewer crowds.
What should we bring?
Equip yourself with proper hiking shoes, a hat, gloves, rainwear, a jacket, quick-drying underwear, a headlamp, trash bags, a walking stick, food, and spending money. Plan on drinking at least two liters of water.
Mountain huts along the trail are well-equipped with water and other provisions like hiking sticks and snacks. If you are staying the night at one of these huts, note that there is no running water, and the restrooms are not connected to plumbing. Despite the elevation and lack of basic amenities, you’ll find the Fuji Summit Post Office at the top of Mt. Fuji, where you can send postcards authentically postmarked from the mountain’s summit.
What trail should we take?
Mt. Fuji can be climbed on one of four trails, the most popular being the Yoshida Trail (the one we climbed) on the Yamanashi Prefecture side. The mountain is divided into 10 “stations,” and each trail begins from its respective 5th station.
https://www.japan.travel/en/fuji-guide/mt-fuji-climbing-guide/
2 Comments
So fun! Love the views!
What month is this??