Mt. Fuji 3-Day Pilgrimage
into the sacred
Mt. Fuji
3-Day Pilgrimage
into the sacred
Point of the tour
Mt. Fuji is an sacred place; it’s a once-in-a-lifetime memory. Discover the allure of spiritual Mt. Fuji nature and culture. An experienced guide will escort you throughout your mountain trip, from the meeting time to the end.
This tour includes lodging, round trip transportation from Kawaguchiko statin, meals, and guides.
- Perfect for those who want to climb Mt. Fuji slowly without rash against altitude sickness and preservation of stamina.
- You can choose from two types : Private Tour or Shared Tour.
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*Seats are limited on our popular tours, and we operate on a first-come, first-served basis. To secure your spot on the adventure, we highly recommend booking as soon as possible.
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Shared Tour
2-Day Shared (group) Tour is available.
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*Seats are limited on our popular tours, and we operate on a first-come, first-served basis. To secure your spot on the adventure, we highly recommend booking as soon as possible.
Price List 2024
【3-Day Private Tour】 (2024, Per Group, Tax in)
・1 person: 400,000 JPY
・2 persons: 480,000 JPY
・3 persons: 560,000 JPY
・4 persons: 640,000 JPY
・5 persons: 800,000 JPY
・6 persons: 880,000 JPY
・7 persons: 960,000 JPY
・8 persons: 1,040,000 JPY
・9 and more persons:
Early Bird Discount until 15th April
For guests who register before April 15th, we’re offering a discount up to 13%. During the discount period, JIN will secure lodge bookings ahead of the public application. ex) Taishikan lodge
*To inquire before 15th April and complete the deposit invoice within 7 days of issuance is required.
What's Included
- English-speaking experienced mountain guide : 1 guide per 8 guests
- Accommodation, meals, and transportation from Kawaguchiko to the 5th station(round trip)
- *JIN will secure lodge bookings ahead of the public application. ex) Taishikan lodge
- *Other Fees will apply when using unscheduled lodges.
- One complimentary equipment rental for children aged 17 and under, one rental set per group.
- Online 1-hour consultation covering preparation, gear, access, etc.
*Online consultation is not available for those who apply after June 16 (Japan time). - Guided visits to popular tourist attractions. ex) Kitaguchi Hongu
- Climbing certification and a limited-edition Mt. Fuji photo book
- National park entry fee
- Complimentary pulse oximeter, helmet and amenity items
- Luggage keeping at the station while climbing
- Bag storage service at the lodge while night summiting
Not Included
- OPTION: Additional rental gears at our affiliated shop “La Mont”
- OPTION: Additional arrangements after the tour for transportation, guides, and accommodations.
- Guests are responsible for additional expenses such as tips for toilets, extra food and beverages, and shopping items.
- In case of an accident, there is a rescue vehicle charge (approximately 40,000 JPY), but note that most travel insurances typically provide coverage for this.
- We strongly recommend that you obtain personal accident insurance for your own protection.
Tour Itinerary
Before the Trip
Before Trip
At Home
Online meeting with your guide
Before your trip begins, you will have an online meeting with our experienced guide.
During this meeting, the guide will answer your questions and provide advice on what to bring and how to access various aspects of the trip. By showing your gear in front of the camera, the guide can offer insights such as “Those shoes will work perfectly!”
This meeting allows you to get to know your guide in advance and provides a sense of security, as the guide who conducts the meeting will generally accompany you on the climb.
Before Trip At Home
Online meeting with your guide
Before your trip begins, you will have an online meeting with our experienced guide.
During this meeting, the guide will answer your questions and provide advice on what to bring and how to access various aspects of the trip. By showing your gear in front of the camera, the guide can offer insights such as “Those shoes will work perfectly!”
This meeting allows you to get to know your guide in advance and provides a sense of security, as the guide who conducts the meeting will generally accompany you on the climb.
DAY1
Day1
9:30
Meet the guide at Kawaguchiko Station
Please ensure you arrive at Kawaguchiko Station by 9:30 AM. It takes 2 hours by train from Tokyo (or 3h by bus). Your guide will be waiting for you at the station to assist with handling your luggage, and your journey will start from this point.
*Meeting at Mt.Fuji station or your hotel in the vicinity is also available.
Day1 9:30
Meet the guide at Kawaguchiko Station
Please arrive at Subaru Line 5th Station by around 11:00 on Day 1. It is recommended to depart from Tokyo in the morning or from the Fujiyoshida/Kawaguchiko area at around 9:30 in the morning. At the 5th Station, let’s have an early lunch and get used to the high altitude and thin air. If there are any missing equipment, you can rent or purchase them here.
Day1 10:00
Check Equipments
Check Equipments
We’ll arrange a chartered taxi to take you to La Mont, a gear rental shop. Your guide will help you check your gear, and if needed, you can rent any necessary items on your expense. The complimentary rental gear set for child will be picked up here.
Day1
10:30
Visit Mt.Fuji Shrine
The Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine was founded before the 2nd century and has remained one of the most significant locations for Mount Fuji worship and artistic expression.
Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja Shrine
Walk around the shrine and visit “tozan mon” ( spiritual gate for Mt.Fuji ).
Visiting this shrine adds a meaningful aspect to your mountain trip, making it more of a pilgrimage than just a recreational hike.
Visit one more sightseeing spot
We will arrange the spot depends on your preferences from several options.
Day1 10:30
Visit Mt. Fuji Shrine
The Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine was founded before the 2nd century and has remained one of the most significant locations for Mount Fuji worship and artistic expression.
Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja Shrine
Walk around the shrine and visit “tozan mon” ( spiritual gate for Mt.Fuji ).
Visiting this shrine adds a meaningful aspect to your mountain trip, making it more of a pilgrimage than just a recreational hike.
Visit one more sightseeing spot
We will arrange the spot depends on your preferences from several options.
Day1
12:30
Arrival at Subaru Line 5th Station
You’ll take a chartered taxi to the 5th Station. Here, you’ll have lunch, acclimate to the high altitude and thin air, and receive a briefing from your guide for the upcoming climb.
It is possible to leave your suitcases and rent or purchase climbing gears here as well. Facility
Day1 12:30
Arrival at Subaru Line 5th Station
You’ll take a chartered taxi to the 5th Station. Here, you’ll have lunch, acclimate to the high altitude and thin air, and receive a briefing from your guide for the upcoming climb.
It is possible to leave your suitcases and rent or purchase climbing gears here as well. Facility
Day1
13:30
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Let’s walk at a slow pace to prevent altitude sickness. We will climb while enjoying the scenery and plants for about 3.5 hours until the 7th Station.
There are many mountain lodges where water bottles and toilets are available along the way, so we will stop for breaks.
*FYI
Toilet tips: 200-300 JPY
Water bottle (500ml) : about 500 JPY
Energy bar : 200-300 JPY
Day1 13:30
Departure from the 5th Station
Let’s walk at a slow pace to prevent altitude sickness. We will climb while enjoying the scenery and plants for about 3.5 hours until the 7th Station.
There are many mountain lodges where water bottles and toilets are available along the way, so we will stop for breaks.
*FYI
Toilet tips: 200-300 JPY
Water bottle (500ml) : about 500 JPY
Energy bar : 200-300 JPY
Day1
17:00
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Kamaiwakan is the 4th hut of the Yoshida Trail’s 7th station in Yamanashi Prefecture. It sit at 2790m(9153ft) above sea level which is perfect for altitude acclimatization. Here, you can savor a delightful dinner of beef bowl or vegetable curry.
Since the next day’s journey begins early, it’s advisable to rest and sleep by around 7:00 PM. Sleeping bags and sanitary sheets will be provided.
*Please note that we may also utilize other lodges at the 7th station for accommodation.
*Not only the private rooms, but also shared rooms may also be available at times.
image source: Kamaiwakan
Day1 17:00
Arrival at the 7th Station Lodge
Kamaiwakan is the 4th hut of the Yoshida Trail’s 7th station in Yamanashi Prefecture. It sit at 2790m(9153ft) above sea level which is perfect for altitude acclimatization. Here, you can savor a delightful dinner of beef bowl or vegetable curry.
Since the next day’s journey begins early, it’s advisable to rest and sleep by around 7:00 PM. Sleeping bags and sanitary sheets will be provided.
*Please note that we may also utilize other lodges at the 7th station for accommodation.
*Not only the private rooms, but also shared rooms may also be available at times.
DAY2
Day2
4:30
Begin Climbing
The temperature is below 15℃(59℉) before sunrise. It is enough bright so that yo don’t need to use head light. It is rocky rout from the 7th station to the 8th station. It takes about 1.5 hours from here to the 8th station.
Day2 4:30
Begin Climbing
The temperature is below 15℃(59℉) before sunrise. It is enough bright so that yo don’t need to use head light. It is rocky rout from the 7th station to the 8th station. It takes about 1.5 hours from here to the 8th station.
Day2
5:00
Sunrise
In the standard itinerary of TEAM JIN, you will see the sunrise on the way to the 8th station. You can slowly enjoy the sunrise rising from the horizon without the crowds of climbers that you often hear on Mt. Fuji.
You have the option to experience staying at the lodge and witnessing the sunrise. Your guide will provide guidance based on factors such as guests conditions and weather conditions.
Day2 5:00
Sunrise
In the standard itinerary of TEAM JIN, you will see the sunrise on the way to the 8th station. You can slowly enjoy the sunrise rising from the horizon without the crowds of climbers that you often hear on Mt. Fuji.
You have the option to experience staying at the lodge and witnessing the sunrise. Your guide will provide guidance based on factors such as guests conditions and weather conditions.
Day2
5:30
After watching the sunrise,
start climbing again.
After the sunrise, the temperature tends to increase rapidly.
Walk slowly and steadily as you make your way to the summit.
Day2 5:30
After watching the sunrise,
start climbing again.
start climbing again.
After the sunrise, the temperature tends to increase rapidly.
Walk slowly and steadily as you make your way to the summit.
Day2
6:00
Day2 6:00
Arrival at the 8th station
Taishikan is a spacious mountain lodge situated at the 8th Station, accommodating up to 200 people at an altitude of 3,100 meters. With a history spanning over 200 years, it has been a welcoming haven for climbers.
Here you can leave unnecessary items at the lodge.
Day2
6:20
Climbing to the summit
We will start to climb again. It takes about 4.5 hours from here to the summit. From the 8th station to the summit, the road becomes gravel again. The last 30 minutes before the summit will be a rocky area.
Day2 6:20
Climbing to the summit
We will start to climb again. It takes about 4.5 hours from here to the summit. From the 8th station to the summit, the road becomes gravel again. The last 30 minutes before the summit will be a rocky area.
Day2
10:30
Arrival at the summit
Congratulations on reaching the summit via the Yoshida route! After taking a commemorative photo, let’s eat something warm at the mountain top restaurant, visit the shrine, and check out the souvenirs. We will also take you to the observation deck of the crater.
If the weather is good, you can also enjoy the “Ohachi-meguri” (crater treck) course. You can decide on the day whether to take this route or not. It takes about two hours to walk around the crater at the summit and visit “Kengamine,” the highest point in Japan : advanced course.
Day2 10:30
Arrival at the summit
Congratulations on reaching the summit via the Yoshida route! After taking a commemorative photo, let’s eat something warm at the mountain top restaurant, visit the shrine, and check out the souvenirs. We will also take you to the observation deck of the crater.
If the weather is good, you can also enjoy the “Ohachi-meguri” (crater treck) course. You can decide on the day whether to take this route or not. It takes about two hours to walk around the crater at the summit and visit “Kengamine,” the highest point in Japan : advanced course.
Day2 14:00
Descend from the summit
We will start the descent after taking a break and sightseeing at the summit. It takes about 2 hours from the summit to the 8th station. Depending on the weather, you may be able to see a sea of clouds and enjoy the view of walking above the clouds. We will take breaks at key points during the descent and stretch to avoid hurting your knees.
Day2
14:00
Descend from the summit
We will start the descent after taking a break and sightseeing at the summit. It takes about 2 hours from the summit to the 8th station. Depending on the weather, you may be able to see a sea of clouds and enjoy the view of walking above the clouds. We will take breaks at key points during the descent and stretch to avoid hurting your knees.
Day2
16:00
Arrival at 8th station
Here, you can savor a delightful dinner of curry rice and soak in the beauty of the sunset. Since the next day’s journey begins early, it’s advisable to rest and sleep by around 7:00 PM. Sleeping bags and sanitary sheets will be provided.
*Please note that we may also utilize other lodges at the 8th station for accommodation.
*Not only the private rooms, but also shared rooms may also be available at times.
Day2 16:00
Arrival at 8th station
Here, you can savor a delightful dinner of curry rice and soak in the beauty of the sunset. Since the next day’s journey begins early, it’s advisable to rest and sleep by around 7:00 PM. Sleeping bags and sanitary sheets will be provided.
*Please note that we may also utilize other lodges at the 8th station for accommodation.
*Not only the private rooms, but also shared rooms may also be available at times.
DAY3
Day3
5:00
Day3 5:00
Sunrise and descend
We will start the descent after seeing a sunrise. There is no same sunrise so you can enjoy different views. Also, there is a second chance to see the sunrise as it is not 100% that you can see it. We will have breakfast on the way to the 5th station and it takes about 3 hours from the 8th station to the 5th station. We will take breaks at key points during the descent and stretch to avoid hurting your knees.
Day3
8:00
Day3 8:00
Arrival at the 5th station
We have arrived at the 5th station. Great job, and thank you for climbing with us! You’ll get a certification and Mt.Fuji photobook limited edition from your guide.
After having a break here, getting back to Kawaguchiko station.
You can use changing rooms but there is no shower facilities here. ( Actually there are, but not convenient.)
Day3
9:30
Day3 9:30
Get back to Kawaguchiko station
From the 5th station, we’ll get back to Kawaguchiko station ( or Direct to Tokyo ) . And this is the end of the tour.
We are happy to provide further options along with your requests.
Our recommendations are:
1.Relaxing in a hot spring – Fujiyama Onsen, or private tattoo friendly bath.
Available from 5,000 JPY / person
2.Spending a night at Kawaguchiko – Fuji Lake Hotel, Gakuroku Suien
Available from 30,000 JPY / person
3. Transportation to Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto, and Osaka.
Actual cost + Arrangement fee
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