1 Day Dive and Taste

Where the unseen heart of Mt. Fuji comes alive

1 Day
Dive and Taste

Where the unseen heart of Mt. Fuji comes alive

Exploring Fujiyoshida’s Nature & Artisan Heritage

Experience Mt. Fuji through your senses on this immersive 1-day tour. A local guide will take you to hidden spots around the foothills of Mt. Fuji, offering unique cultural and natural experiences. This tour can be combined with our Mt. Fuji climbing programs, and is fully customizable upon request.

DIVE

Venture into a mysterious cave formed by Mt. Fuji’s ancient eruptions.

Discover how flowing lava once carved these natural tunnels, revealing the mountain’s powerful inner life.

CREATE

Experience traditional craftsmanship by making your own Goshuincho (temple and shrine stamp book) using Kinran-donshu, a rare and luxurious woven fabric once prized in Japan’s heritage textiles at “Hikari Orimono”, a local textile factory. Each piece reflects the beauty and spirit of Mt. Fuji—truly one of a kind in the world.

TASTE

Enjoy a cup of wild Kuro-moji herbal tea, gathered from the forests of Mt. Fuji, and local Japanese sweets. Paired together, the tea’s gentle aroma and refined flavor beautifully complement the sweets, allowing you to capture the essence of the mountain’s pure air and soil.

DIVE

CREATE

TASTE

Venture into a mysterious cave formed by Mt. Fuji’s ancient eruptions. Discover how flowing lava once carved these natural tunnels, revealing the mountain’s powerful inner life.

Experience traditional craftsmanship by making your own Goshuincho (temple and shrine stamp book) at “Hikari Orimono”, a local textile factory.

Enjoy a cup of wild Kuro-moji herbal tea, gathered from the forests of Mt. Fuji, and local Japanese sweets, allowing you to capture the essence of the mountain’s pure air and soil.

Point of The Tour

Tour type: Group tour
Number of guests: 2 - 8 persons
Service: A guide, transportation, facility's experience fee, and meals are included
Route: Sacred Foothills & Cultural Heritage Discovery in Fujiyoshida
Price: 30,000 JPY per Person

Feeling the hidden heart of Mt. Fuji, where the unseen side comes alive

Visit the mysterious Funatsu Lava Tree Molds, stroll through the nostalgic streets of Shimoyoshida, and savor a bowl of hearty Yoshida udon, a beloved local dish. At a Historical Textile Studio, try your hand at traditional weaving and craft your own unique goshuincho in Fujiyoshida—a beautifully patterned temple stamp book inspired by Mt. Fuji’s spirit. Enjoy wild Fuji herbal tea and sweets at a cozy café, and feel the quiet pulse of nature, culture, and faith that still breathe together here. Guided by locals, you’ll experience the unseen side of Mt. Fuji that few ever encounter.

Point of the tour

Tour type: Group tour
Number of guests: 2 - 8 persons
Service: A guide, online consultation, transportation, mountain lodging, and meals are included
Route: Sacred Foothills & Cultural Heritage Discovery in Fujiyoshida
Price: 30,000 JPY per Person

Feeling the hidden heart of Mt. Fuji, where the unseen side comes alive

Discover a different face of Mt. Fuji—not by climbing, but by feeling its hidden heart at the sacred foothills. This immersive 1-day journey invites you to experience Mt. Fuji that lives within daily life — where the mountain’s quiet presence shapes local culture, craftsmanship, and faith. Visit the mysterious Funatsu Lava Tree Molds, stroll through the nostalgic streets of Shimoyoshida, and savor a bowl of hearty Yoshida udon, a beloved local dish. At a Historical Textile Studio, try your hand at traditional weaving and craft your own unique goshuincho in Fujiyoshida—a beautifully patterned temple stamp book inspired by Mt. Fuji’s spirit. Enjoy wild Fuji herbal tea and sweets at a cozy café, and feel the quiet pulse of nature, culture, and faith that still breathe together here. Guided by locals, you’ll experience the unseen side of Mt. Fuji that few ever encounter.

Tour Calendar

NOTE:

*We appreciate your interest in our 2-day/3-day private tours. Please note that advance reservations for these specific tours were open from December 20, 2024, to April 20, 2025, and unfortunately, they are now fully booked for the 2025 summer climbing season.

NOTE:

*Please inquire about tour availability.

*Our popular tours have limited availability and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. To secure your spot, we highly recommend booking before 20th of April 2025 when public reservation begins. After that, it will be much harder to book our climbing tours. Lodge reservations tend to sell out within minutes or hours of opening to the public, making it difficult to secure accommodations and, consequently, a tour spot.

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Tour Calendar

Available

1-Day climb is available

Shared tour is available

Soldout

As of 21st April

NOTE:

Including

【Not Included】

OPTION: Additional arrangements after the tour for transportation, guides, and accommodations.
Guests are responsible for additional expenses such as extra food and beverages, and shopping items.

Terms and Conditions

Please refer to the below buttom for our cancellation policy and terms of use.

Itinerary

Meet your guide: In front of Fujisan Station

📍 09:30 Meeting Point and Start

Meet your guide in front of the large red torii gate at Mt. Fuji Station.

📍 Funatsu Lava Tree Molds & Field Center Visit

We will explore the lava tree molds formed by Mt. Fuji’s eruptions. We will also stop by the adjacent Kawaguchiko Field Center to see models of animals inhabiting Mt. Fuji’s forests and observe rare lava formations.

📍 11:30 Lunch at Yoshida Udon Restaurant

Enjoy a hearty bowl of Yoshida udon, a local specialty beloved in the foothills of Mt. Fuji.

📍 Stroll Oshimachi area through Fuji Michi

Stroll Oshimachi area, a traditional post town of Mount Fuji pilgrimage through Fuji Michi, also known as “Honcho Street”.

📍 Visit a Traditional Weaving Studio & Textile Workshop

Explore a local textile company, “Hikari Orimono,” and try your hand at traditional weaving.

📍 Get a stamp in your original goshuin book at Omuro Sengen Shrine

We visit the historic site where lava from Mount Fuji flowed through the city.

📍 Stroll through Shimoyoshida area

Walk down Honcho Street at a relaxed pace, stopping by local shops ranging from vintage stores to stylish boutiques. Continue on to the Nishiura district, a charming area filled with nostalgic streetscapes that reflect the rich textile heritage that once brought prosperity to Fujiyoshida.

📍 Relax at the local coffee shop

Enjoy Mt. Fuji forest’s wild Kuro-moji herbal tea and seasonal sweets.

📍 16:30 Disband at Shimoyoshida

The tour will finish after the coffee shop. But if you want something more, your guide can recommend local spots or activities. If you still want to enjoy the night, your guide can also suggest good bars in the area.

Tour Itinerary

【Outline of the Itinerary】

09:30 Meeting the guide at Fuji-san Station.
10:00–11:00 Funatsu Lava Tree Molds & Field Center Visit
11:30–12:30 Lunch: Yoshida Udon
Enjoy a hearty bowl of Yoshida udon, a local specialty beloved in the foothills of Mt. Fuji.
12:30–12:50 Stroll Oshimachi area through Fuji Michi, also known as “Honcho Street”.
13:00–14:00 Visit a Traditional Weaving Studio & Textile Workshop
Explore a historic textile studio and try your hand at traditional weaving.

14:15–14:45 Get a stamp in your original goshuin book at Omuro Sengen Shrine.
14:45–15:30 Stroll through Shimoyoshida area.
Walk down Honcho Street at a relaxed pace, stopping by local shops ranging from vintage stores to stylish boutiques. Continue on to the Nishiura district, a charming area filled with nostalgic streetscapes that reflect the rich textile heritage that once brought prosperity to Fujiyoshida.
15:30–16:15 Relax at the local coffee shop with Mt. Fuji forest’s wild Kuro-moji herbal tea and seasonal sweets.
16:15 Disband at Shimoyoshida.

Itinerary

📍 09:30 Meeting Point and Start

Meet your guide in front of the large red torii gate at Mt. Fuji Station.

📍 Funatsu Lava Tree Molds & Field Center Visit

📍 11:30 Lunch at Yoshida Udon Restaurant

Enjoy a hearty bowl of Yoshida udon, a local specialty beloved in the foothills of Mt. Fuji.

📍 Stroll Oshimachi area through Fuji Michi

Stroll Oshimachi area, a traditional post town of Mount Fuji pilgrimage through Fuji Michi, also known as “Honcho Street”.

📍 Visit a Traditional Weaving Studio & Textile Workshop

Explore a local textile company, “Hikari Orimono,” and try your hand at traditional weaving.

📍 Get a stamp in your original goshuin book at Omuro Sengen Shrine

We visit the historic site where lava from Mount Fuji flowed through the city.

📍 Stroll through Shimoyoshida area

📍 Relax at the local coffee shop

Enjoy Mt. Fuji forest’s wild Kuro-moji herbal tea and seasonal sweets.

📍 16:30 Disband at Shimoyoshida

Alternate Destinations & Customization

This tour features unique local experiences, some requiring reservations with local partners, so minor changes may occur depending on availability or seasonal factors. We may replace an activity with another of equal value to maintain the “Fuji Foothills Immersion” theme, including visits to alternative destinations when needed.

・Oshi no Ie (Pilgrims' Guest Houses)
Explore a historical house of a Fuji-Kō (Mt. Fuji pilgrimage) guide.

・Mt. Fuji 5th Station
The mountain's halfway point (may require an additional transportation fee).

・Oshi no Ie (Pilgrims' Guest Houses)
Explore a historical house of a Fuji-Kō (Mt. Fuji pilgrimage) guide.

・Mt. Fuji 5th Station
The mountain's halfway point (may require an additional transportation fee).

・Aokigahara Jukai Forest Walk
A guided walk through the mysterious lava forest (weather permitting).

・Oshino Hakkai
View the sacred, clear spring ponds fed by Fuji's melted snow.

・Mt. Fuji Museum / World Heritage Center Learn about the mountain's history and geology.

・Oshino Hakkai
View the sacred, clear spring ponds fed by Fuji's melted snow.

・Mt. Fuji Museum / World Heritage Center Learn about the mountain's history and geology.

・Chureito Pagoda
Visit a classic viewpoint for an iconic photo of Mt. Fuji and the pagoda.

Private & Small Group Tours Just for You!

We are available for private tours and tour arrangements! We welcome small groups such as families and groups of friends! For private/charter bookings, we are flexible and open to discussing your specific interests. We welcome requests to include or substitute destinations based on the available alternative options listed above.