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1-Day Dive and Taste

Where the unseen heart of Mt. Fuji comes alive

Mt. Fuji
Half-Day Foothills Immersion Tour

Where the unseen heart of Mt. Fuji comes alive

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Summary

Feeling the hidden heart of Mt. Fuji, where the unseen side comes alive. Discover a different side of Mt. Fuji—not by climbing, but by experiencing its quiet influence on local life. This 1-day journey takes you to the Funatsu Lava Tree Molds, the nostalgic streets of Shimoyoshida, and a historical textile studio where you can try traditional weaving and craft your own goshuincho. Enjoy local herbal tea and sweets as you feel the blend of nature, culture, and faith that surrounds the mountain, guided by locals who reveal a rarely seen Fuji.

Duration

7h (9:30 AM to 4:30 PM)

Price

40,000~ JPY / Person

Meeting Point (Map)

In front of Fuji-san Station

Number of People

2 to 8 Persons

・Minimum price for private reservations = 4 people
・Price for private reservations for 5 or more people = price per person
・Maximum number of people for private reservations

Including

  • English-speaking experienced local guide: 1 guide per 8 guests
  • Transportation
  • Meals
  • Facility’s experience fee
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.

Itinerary

Meet your guide

In front of Fuji-san Station

In Osaka, takoyaki is a must-try food. It started here and is loved all over Japan. Your local guide will bring you to a popular stand where you can enjoy these hot octopus balls. At the same time, you can learn about the special takoyaki culture of Osaka.
Sushi is one of the most famous Japanese foods. The Tenma area in Osaka is full of sushi restaurants. Your guide will take you to a local favorite shop where you can enjoy fresh seasonal sushi, such as salmon and medium-fatty tuna that melt in your mouth. If there is a certain fish you want to try, please tell your guide and they can order it for you.
Wagyu yakiniku is very special. A5 beef is so soft that it melts as soon as you eat it. At a local BBQ restaurant, you can taste different cuts like kalbi, harami, ichibo, and tongue. You can also enjoy local beer or highball with the meat. If you like, you can try extra items such as kimchi, yukhoe, or even grilled marshmallows.

After eating and drinking a lot, the best way to finish is ramen. Osaka has many ramen shops, and your guide will choose one based on your taste. There are many kinds such as tonkotsu (pork bone), chicken broth, seafood broth, or dipping noodles called tsukemen. A hot bowl of ramen will be the perfect way to end your food tour.

The tour will finish after ramen. But if you want something sweet, your guide can recommend local sweets or ice cream. If you still want to enjoy the night, your guide can also suggest good bars in the area.
The tour will finish after ramen. But if you want something sweet, your guide can recommend local sweets or ice cream. If you still want to enjoy the night, your guide can also suggest good bars in the area.
The tour will finish after ramen. But if you want something sweet, your guide can recommend local sweets or ice cream. If you still want to enjoy the night, your guide can also suggest good bars in the area.
The tour will finish after ramen. But if you want something sweet, your guide can recommend local sweets or ice cream. If you still want to enjoy the night, your guide can also suggest good bars in the area.
The tour will finish after ramen. But if you want something sweet, your guide can recommend local sweets or ice cream. If you still want to enjoy the night, your guide can also suggest good bars in the area.
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Tour Features

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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.

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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. Each piece reflects the beauty and spirit of Mt. Fuji—truly one of a kind in the world.

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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.

Comments from the planner

Experience Mt. Fuji through your senses on this immersive half-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.

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!

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FAQ

Yes, of course! At the sushi restaurant we can arrange vegetable sushi, and at the yakiniku place you can enjoy grilled vegetables. We are flexible and can adjust to many kinds of dietary restrictions or allergies. Please feel free to ask us anytime.
In the regular tour we usually eat takoyaki, sushi, yakiniku, and ramen. But if you book a private tour, we can change to your favorite style—like okonomiyaki or kushikatsu restaurants. With a private booking, we can also adjust the tour time more flexibly.
The regular tour is limited to 6 people. But if you book a private tour, we can welcome groups with more than 7 people.
Children over 16 years old can join the regular tour. For ages 13–15, they can join if it is a private tour. If you have younger children, we can arrange a special private lunch tour for your family. Please contact us anytime.
Absolutely yes! Many guests join our tour by themselves. Even if you book alone, the tour is guaranteed to run because the minimum number of participants is just one. You are very welcome.
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Point of the tour

NOTE: Shared(group) Tour is style with other guests. One guide will accommodate a minimum of 4, up to 8 guests, and other services are same as private tours. 

  • Tour type: Private tour
  • Number of guests: 2 - 8 persons
  • Service: A guide, online consultation, transportation, mountain lodging, and meals are included
  • Route: Mt. Fuji Foothills Nature and Fujiyoshida City Exploration
  • Price: 50,000 JPY per Person

new dawn, new day, new life

New dawn, new day, new life

Climbing Mt. Fuji is not just an ascent; it’s a once-in-a-lifetime memory. Discover the allure of traditional Mt. Fuji climbing. An experienced guide will escort you throughout your mountain trip, from the meeting time to the end. Since this is a private tour, we will accommodate your specific requests for departure times and tour services as much as possible. JIN’s tours has also hosted family climbs, company recreational climbs, memorial climbs, and other special climbs for teams of 10 or more people.

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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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.
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Alternate Destinations & Customization

Please note that this tour focuses on unique, localized experiences, some of which require reservations with local partners (e.g., the weaving studio). Therefore, tour content may be subject to minor changes due to the availability of our local partners or seasonal conditions. We reserve the right to substitute an experience with another equally high-value activity, ensuring the core theme of “Fuji Foothills Immersion” remains intact.

If the Weaving Experience is unavailable, we may visit one of the following equally compelling alternative destinations:

  • Oshi no Ie (Pilgrims’ Guest Houses): Explore a historical house of a Fuji-Kō (Mt. Fuji pilgrimage) guide.
  • Chureito Pagoda: Visit a classic viewpoint for an iconic photo of Mt. Fuji and the pagoda.
  • Aokigahara Jukai Forest Walk: A guided walk through the mysterious lava forest (weather permitting).
  • 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 5th Station: The mountain’s halfway point (may require an additional transportation fee).

Crucial Information for Private Bookings

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.

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