Minimum Guests
2 Person
Activate Day
0 Nights/ 1 DaysBest Travel Time (2026 Official Climbing Season)
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Period |
Weather & Crowd |
Highlights & Tips |
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Jul 1 - 15 |
Variable (afternoon thunderstorms possible), low crowd |
Quieter trails; partial mountain huts open; book accommodations early |
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Jul 16 - Aug 15 |
Stable, highest sunrise success rate, peak crowd |
School vacation peak; all facilities operational; reserve huts 3 months in advance |
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Aug 16 - Sep 10 |
Cooler temps, decreasing crowd |
Scenic autumn light; check hut closure schedules (some close late Aug) |
Essential Gear List
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Category |
Items |
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Footwear |
Anti-slip hiking boots (waterproof) |
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Clothing |
Layered system: quick-dry clothing + fleece + windproof jacket; gloves/hat |
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Equipment |
Trekking poles; headlamp (2-day hike mandatory); 2L water bottle |
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Extras |
SPF 50+ sunscreen; sunglasses; energy gels; portable charger |
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Documents |
Reservation confirmation; passport; cash (no ATMs on mountain) |
Safety & Timing Tips
1. Pace Control: Ascend 300m/hr; descend 500m/hr to avoid knee strain
2. Altitude Sickness: Rest at 7th Stn if dizzy; carry medication
3. Weather Alert: Check Mt. Fuji Weather 1 day prior
4. Time Management: No delays >5mins at checkpoints; prioritize summit by 12:00 (1-day hike)
Tour Timeline
If you need to increase or reduce the number of travellers, please contact us for customised arrangements.
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1-Day Hike (Yoshida Trail, 8-Hour Loop)
Difficulty: ★★☆ | Distance: 13.6km | Elevation Gain: 1,470m
Suitable for: Moderate to good fitness levels
Checkpoint
Altitude
Time
Duration
Key Actions
Subaru Line 5th Stn
2,305m
07:00
0min
Gear check; acclimatize 1hr; breakfast
6th Stn
2,500m
07:45
45min
Quick water refill (no long stops)
7th Stn
2,700m
08:45
1hr
Rocky section; rest 10mins/hour
8th Stn Hut
3,100m
10:00
1hr15min
20-min lunch (hot food available)
New 8th Stn
3,300m
11:00
1hr
Put on windproof layers; prepare for summit
Summit (Kengamine)
3,776m
11:40
40min
20-min photo stop; stay within safety lines
Descend Start
3,776m
12:00
0min
Use handrails; rest 5mins/30mins
Return to 5th Stn
2,305m
15:00
3hrs
Post-hike rest & dinner
- None
Accommodation
We draw from a wide range of hotels on our holidays, each one is chosen to suit the tour you are travelling on meaning your accommodation can range from a smart business hotel in one city to a family run guesthouse in a smaller town. Here are some examples of the type of hotel you can expect to find on this tour.
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