2-Day Mt. Fuji Climbing Tour from Shinjuku: Yoshida Trail

— Yoshida Trail —

Mount Fuji is a symbol of Japan and the highest mountain in the country. It was designated a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site in 2013. The Yoshida Trail offers huts and rest areas, making it a easier and beginner-friendly route. 

This convenient tour includes Shinjuku round-trip transfer, saving you the hassle of planning transportation and booking mountain huts. After reaching the summit and witnessing a sunrise and cloud of sea, a relaxing hot spring bath awaits to wash away fatigue!

— Q&As —

What's Special About This Tour?

• The breathtaking view of Mount Fuji's Sunrise: Stand atop Japan's highest peak, over 3,000 meters above sea level, witness the golden sunrise and watch the endless sea of ​​clouds turn golden, a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle.
• The beginner-friendly Yoshida Trail: Stroll along the the popular, well-planned and clearly marked hiking trail, with numerous mountain huts and rest stations along the way. Challenge your limits in a safe environment!
• Professional hiking guides: The tour includes a professional guide who will lead the way and provide climbing and safety guidance throughout the climb. For experienced climbers who prefer to hike at their own pace, independent hiking options are also available.
• Mt. Fuji Crater Experience (Same-day add-on): Weather and site conditions permitting, you can choose to participate in the thrilling crater walk (お鉢めぐり) on the same day. Walk along the crater for a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view.
• Fujiyama Onsen Bath: After descending the mountain, head directly to a famous local onsen to wash away your fatigue. Let the hot spring water soothe your tense muscles, bringing a perfect end to this exhilarating summit challenge.

Should I Climb with a Guide or on My Own?

• If this is your first time hiking Mount Fuji, you are not used to high-altitude climbing, or you are worried about altitude sickness or route planning, we strongly recommend choosing the "Professional Guided Tour." The guide will constantly assess the group's condition, control the pace, and provide professional assistance at crucial moments, ensuring a safer journey
• Conversely, if you have extensive experience hiking the 100 highest peaks or other high-altitude mountains, prefer to hike at your own pace, and do not wish to be restricted by the group schedule, then the "Independent Climb" is your best choice. Hike the trail and stop to take photos at your own pace!
  

—  Tour Operation & Cancellation —

• The tour requires a minimum of 15 participants. If the tour is cancelled due to not meeting the minimum number of participants, we will notify you at least 14 days before departure
• All tours will proceed regardless of rain. However, in the event of severe weather, such as heavy rain from a typhoon, or safety issue, we may contact you to cancel the tour even at the last minute. In this case, the tour fee will be refunded. However, expenses other than the tour fee, such as transportation, accommodation, and rentals, are not compensated
  
• Notifications will be sent via email. If we are unable to confirm your participation via email, we will contact you by phone or text message. Please note that whether or not the crater walk is possible will be decided by the local guide or the Mt. Fuji Guide Center based on the weather on the day
  
• If roads to Mt. Fuji are closed or suspended due to the effects of a typhoon, and we determine that there is a low probability of the roads reopening or services resuming, the tour will be canceled
  
• Cancellations (changes) made by the customer due to weather, trail conditions, etc., will incur the usual cancellation (change) fee. Furthermore, even if the tour is cancelled after a cancellation (change) made by the customer, the cancellation (change) fee will not be refunded 
  
  

— Mount Fuji Climbing Guide —

• Please be aware that mountain climbing carries risks of illness, injury, damage, and loss, and that you will be going to areas far from medical facilities. Even though guided tours minimise these risks, ultimately, you are responsible for your own safety during your climb
• You will join tours from various locations at the 5th station, where a dedicated Mount Fuji guide will provide guidance throughout your climb. The guide will accompany you from the 5th station to your respective mountain huts, and from the huts to the summit. However, when descending from the summit, you may be asked to descend independently under the guide's instructions.
  
• During the climb, the guide's instructions are absolute for the safety of all participants. The guide will check your climbing equipment, and if your equipment is inadequate, you do not follow the guide's instructions, or the guide determines that you are unwell or not fit enough, you may be forced to leave the group for safety reasons at the guide's discretion. In such cases, no refunds or compensation will be provided
  
• If your gear is insufficient or inadequate, your mountain guide or local staff may advise you to rent or purchase additional equipment
  
  

 — About Independent Climb —

• Yoshida Trail Route: After arriving at Mt. Fuji 5th Station, please begin your climb according to the resident staff's instructions
• After arriving at the 5th Station, we recommend taking a break of at least 30 minutes to allow your body to acclimatise to the altitude before starting your climb

— Gear Rental —

• Rental fees are not included in the tour price. Please rent equipment in advance if needed.
• Rental shops:
  - Jamjam Rental
  - Yama Rent
  - Mount Up Rental
• In the unlikely event that the tour is cancelled, please contact the rental shop yourself to cancel your reservation

— Exclusive for English-speaking Guided Tours —

• Basic rental set: Standard rainwear (top and bottom), 28-35L backpack with rain cover, hiking boots with complimentary socks, short gaiters (ankle covers), hiking poles (2 poles per set/adjustable), headlamp with spare batteries, and warm fleece clothing.
• Full rental set: Standard rainwear (top and bottom), 28-35L backpack with rain cover, hiking boots with complimentary socks, short gaiters (ankle covers), hiking poles (2 poles per set/adjustable), headlamp with spare batteries, warm fleece jacket, hiking pants, compression tights, knee pads, gloves, hat.
  

— About the Hiking Route —

• There are forks on both Yoshida and Fujinomiya Trails. If you take the wrong path on the descent, you will be responsible for arranging and paying for a return trip or rejoining the group midway. Even if you rejoin the group midway, we cannot guarantee that you will be able to participate the subsequent tour activities from that point onward

— Notes on Climbing Fuji —

• This climb will be with climbers departing from other areas. Please note that if the traffic delays the arrival of other climbers, you may have to wait to start the climb
• Both the Yoshida Trail and the Fujinomiya Trail are at altitudes exceeding 2,000 meters. During the climb, the air is thin, and there is a risk of altitude sickness. Therefore, please take extra care of your physical condition on the day of departure, avoiding sleep deprivation and hangovers
  
• There is a significant temperature difference between the ground and the mountaintop, and temperatures at the summit can drop below freezing even in midsummer, so please take sufficient precautions against the cold, wind, and water
  
• If you have to leave your climb midway due to illness or other reasons, and end up staying or resting at a mountain hut other than the one that is scheduled, you will be responsible for the costs, and no refund will be given. Also, you will be responsible for your own descent, and a guide will not be able to accompany you
  
• Depending on the weather and the route, you may not be able to see the sunrise. Also, during peak seasons, you may not be able to reach the summit due to congestion on the hiking trails
  
• The time is takes to climb may change significantly depending on mountain conditions
  
• From Mt. Fuji 5th Station upwards, toilets are pay-per-use (around JP¥100-300 per use), so please have some small change ready
  
• Water is precious on Mount Fuji and all water is charged for. Please factor in any water use other than drinking water and prepare accordingly.
  
• When climbing Mt. Fuji, do not to throw cigarette butts or leave any trash behind. Bring a trash bag and take your trash with you

— About Mountain Huts —

• Mountain huts used on climbing tours are different from usual accommodations (hotels, inns, etc.). They are primarily for short rest and sleep.
• The rooms are shared and mixed gender. During busy periods, each climb may be allocated less than one tatami mat in space. Bedding (pillow, futon, blanket) or a sleeping bag is provided
  
• Dinner at the mountain hut will be a simple, such as curry rice. Breakfast will be a packed lunch
  
• There are no baths, showers, or washrooms. Toilets are available for a fee. Water is very precious and cannot be used freely. Bottled water is sold at each mountain hut
  
• Some mountain huts may not have a changing area
  
• Due to poor network conditions, many locations do not accept credit card or electronic payments. Please prepare cash (around JP¥5,000–10,000)
  
  

— Bus Information —

• For safety reasons, we do not allow infants or young children to ride the bus for free and we may refuse their boarding on the day
• You will be traveling to and from the same bus, so you can leave any luggage you don't need for the hike on the bus. However, please be sure to keep your valuables with you.
  
• For the last row on the bus, the middle seats are treated the same as regular seats
  
• The check-in and boarding location may be different. In such cases, we will provide directions to the bus stop at the meeting point. Please note that if you are not at the boarding location after checked in, the bus will not wait for you
  
• Please note that bus schedules are estimates only and may not be accurate due to traffic conditions. We are also unable to provide taxis, accommodations, meals, or refunds for any inconvenience caused by such delays
• If we determine that a passenger is engaging in disruptive behaviours towards other passengers (such as verbal abuse or excessive intoxication), we reserve the right to refuse boarding without a refund
  
• Bringing in or consuming strong-smelling foods, such as hamburgers, is not permitted inside the vehicle