What to know when you climb Mount Fuji

Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan with it’s peak at an incredible 3776 meters.  Mount Fuji is the main focal point of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu national park and is available to be climbed by adventurous travelers.  The Fuji Mountain is located  on the main Japan island Honshu, just west of Tokyo and can be seen from there on a clear day.
If you’re feeling up for the challenge to take on Mount Fuji mark your calender for a date between July and August as the climbing season only lasts for two months!  Even during these summer months temperatures can reach below freezing at night.  Remember on your climb that there are real challenges to be faced, such as cold temperatures and thin air.  The hike to the top can be taxing as well, make sure to compe prepared.
There are resting huts and some food purchasing outlets along the way, but it is best to bring your own food for the hike if you can as the selection is low and price of food is high due to the hard to reach location.
The ascent up the beautiful Mt. Fuji usually takes 4 to 8 hours at walking speed, and the descent another 2 to 4 hours.  The most common way to hike Fuji is an overnight climb, resting at night and reaching the summit at dawn.  To get to Mt. Fuji the easiest option is to take the direct bus line known as Keio express from Shinjuku in Tokyo.  This bus ride will take about 2 hours and cost a tourist 2600 Yen.
From the top of Mount Fuji you’ll be able to see the ‘Fuji Five Lakes’ looking out towards Tokyo, Fuji is often wreathed in clouds but occassionally you will have a great view from the peak.

Mount Fuji

Mount Fuji is Japan’s highest mountain at an elevation of 3776 meters and lies slightly west of Tokyo. People have traveled to this majestic mountain for ages, and it’s easy to see why. This amazing natural wonder has provided inspiration for artists, writers and spiritual seekers from all parts of the world. Mount Fuji is actually a volcano that’s now dormant. The last time it erupted was back in 1708, almost three hundred years ago. There are many different ways for tourists to view the majesty that is Mount Fuji. Read more