Mount Fuji Guided Climb, June to mid-October

I recommend you to stay overnight in the area of Gotemba or Kawaguchiko the day before the climb. I'll pick you up at your hotel and drop you at the train station after the climb. Here are 2 hotels I recommend:

• Fuji View hotel

• Toyoko Inn Fuji Kawaguchiko Ohashi (More casual style)

If you prefer to stay in Hakone area, it is also possible. Although it cost you the transfer fee of 15,000 YEN for the one-way.

Included in the price are:

• Guiding fee

• Mountain guide expenses

The best time to take this trip is during the months of June through October.

4:30 AM: Meet at the parking lot at the bottom of Mount Fuji (if you have your own transportation) or get picked up at your hotel in the Kawaguchiko area (if joining the tour).

5:00 AM: Begin the climb from the 5th station.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Reach the summit and enjoy breathtaking views (weather permitting).

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Descend the mountain.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Arrive back at the parking lot or hotel.

While Mount Fuji is not technically challenging, it is a long and demanding hike due to its elevation and the lack of oxygen at the top. You should be in good physical condition and comfortable hiking for several hours uphill.

You'll need warm, waterproof clothing, proper footwear, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat, as well as hiking poles and basic gear.

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The meeting point is either your hotel in the Kawaguchiko area or the parking lot at the base of Mt Fuji (if you arrange your own transportation). Pickup or meeting is at approximately 4:30 AM to ensure an early start.

During the peak climbing season (July to August), road restrictions mean we take a taxi from the base parking area to the 5th Station, which costs around ¥15,000 one way. Outside of peak season, direct access by private vehicle may be possible.

Yes, the Mt Fuji hike is available from June to mid-October, but early and late season conditions may include snow patches, colder temperatures, and reduced support facilities. The guide will assess conditions and adjust logistics accordingly.

June and October offer fewer crowds than peak summer but may involve more variable weather, possible trail ice/snow, and limited hut services. July and August are the most popular months, with full facility access and stable weather, but more crowds.

While the trail itself is not technically difficult, climbing in this extended season window requires strong fitness, proper gear and readiness for variable conditions. Beginners with solid fitness can participate, but must be prepared for possible snow, wind or changing weather.

The official season is early July to early September when huts and services are fully open. If you’d like fewer crowds, June or mid‑October are possible, but require extra caution and equipment.

In early June especially, there may still be snow or ice; in mid‑October, conditions can also be unpredictable. Your guide will check conditions ahead and let you know if any specific equipment is required, especially in early/late season.

Yes — starting recently, the mountain authorities have instituted a climbing fee/permit system for many trails, to be paid on site (~¥4,000 per person).