Three Day Fuji Discovery Trip

3 Day Mt. Fuji Discovery Trip
Summit Japan's highest peak. Explore and experience Japan's rural landscape.

Summit Mt. Fuji utilizing two trails and locally known routes, all while escaping the crowds
Climb with your own private native English speaking mountain guides
Explore the natural beauty of Mt. Fuji's rural landscape by E-bike with local legends
Experience a farm to table barbecue with locally sourced vegetables and meat as well as locally crafted sake and beer!
Kick back and gaze up on Mt. Fuji at the Satoyama Vacation Glamping site

Price from: ¥150,000JPY + 13% tax/fees per person

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Pick up at Shin Fuji bullet train station

Custom drop off at your hotel or residence in Tokyo, Mt. Fuji or Hakone areas via our private free shuttle service

English speaking mountain guide as well as English speaking tour guide dedicated to your needs

Two nights of accommodation: Day 1 rest at the base of Mt. Fuji in the areas best Glamping resort. Day 2 stay in a mountain hut at 3,300 meters. More on your accommodation in the "Lodging" tab.

2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 2 Dinners: All you can eat curry rice, farm to table barbecue etc. More on meals in the "Food" tab

Half day Eco Tour around the base of Mt. Fuji: Explore Fuji's scenic and cultural wonders via E-bike, led by English speaking local guides.

Take home a few FMG and Satoyama Vacation gifts, only available from this trip!

A certificate of summit, provided to all summiteers (mailed to your home address)

Basic accident insurance (does not cover rescues as rescues are performed by private companies)

Explore the Japanese country side and vacation at the base of Mt. Fuji, before embarking on a
2-day summit climb up Mt. Fuji

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1: Exploration and feasting at the foothills of Mt. Fuji

Day 1
The start of your trip is hosted by our friends at Mt. Fuji Satoyama Vacation and begins with a pick up at Shin Fuji bullet train station at 12:10 pm. Shin Fuji station can be easily accessed via the bullet train from major stations such as Tokyo, Kyoto or Osaka. After a private transfer to the Mt. Fuji Satoyama Vacation base, the group will enjoy a bento lunch before embarking on an an afternoon e-bike tour of the surrounding countryside. Finish the day back at Satoyama Vacation with a farm-to-table barbecue of locally sourced vegetables and meat. Accommodation for the night is the cozy and laid back Glamping facility at Satoyama Vacation. What is Glamping? Glamping is upscale camping, or camping with a bit of glamour.

Day 2-3: Summiting Mt. Fuji

Day 2
After breakfast, you will check out of Satoyama Vacation and depart for your Mt. Fuji climb, with a private transfer provided by Satoyama Vacation. The climb takes place over two days, with the majority of the ascent knocked out on day 1. Upon reaching our mountain hut at 3,300 meters, guests will enjoy a hot dinner of all you can eat curry rice, then rest and lodge for the night.
Day 3
Awake before dawn, as we continue our climb up in the dark, lighting the path with head lamps. After a 2 hour climb to the summit, we will enjoy the sunrise from Japan's highest peak!

Weather permitting, the option to climb around the crater will be on offer. After celebrating our summit and eating a hot breakfast of eggs, ham, rice and miso soup, the group will descend back to the Fujinomiya 5th station and return to your accommodation of choice within Tokyo or the Mt. Fuji area.

Special Notes:

Day 1 E-bike tour:

In the event of rain, the group will be given the village culture tour via Hi-Ace van.
Children measuring under 150cm are unable to ride an E-bike as per Japanese law. Groups with children under 150cm will be given the village culture tour via Hi-Ace van.

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1: Satoyama Vacation Glamping

Mt. Fuji Satoyama Vacation is a beautiful retreat site, camping facility, and ecotourism hub centered around the pervasive concept of Japanese "Wa". Experience Glamping (Glamorous Camping) with a private, front-row seat to Mt. Fuji’s dynamic views.

Satoyama Vacation Amenities
Satoyama Vacation facilities include three spacious, 4 person glamping tents, comfortable beds with bedding, full kitchen and fridge, espresso machine, 2 shower rooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 full decks, hammocks, comfortable seating indoor and outdoor, fire pits, telescopes for star gazing etc.

Note: Private vs. Shared Glamping Facility

For up to 4 people, there is a possibility that the Glamping facility will be shared with another group. This means the common spaces i.e. the lounge, deck, garden etc. will be utilized by other guests as well. A reservation of 5+ people will secure the entire Glamping site for your private use. Glamping tents are of course never shared.

Day 2: Akaiwa Hachigo Mountain Hut 3,300m

Akaiwa Hachigo mountain hut is located at 3,300 meters at the 8th Station. This mountain hut is located approximately 2 hours from the summit of Mt. Fuji and marks the final crux on the trail to Japan's highest point.

Huts on Mt. Fuji were originally built as shelter from harsh mountain conditions and offer simple dorm style accommodation. Accommodations consist of a bunk, bedding, sleeping bag and pillow all in the Japanese style.

From summer 2021 guests are each afforded 1 tatami mat worth of space, an upgrade from the previous conditions. However, there will still be multiple climbing parties sleeping in the same room. Eye masks, as well as ear plugs come highly recommended and are provided by FMG.

These huts offer a fantastic cultural experience unique to Mt. Fuji and are a great way of meeting fellow climbers, exchanging stories, and experiencing camaraderie that you will never find in a five star hotel.

Meals Included

Day 1

Lunch and Dinner
Bento lunch and farm-to-table barbecue for dinner provided at Satoyama Vacation

Day 2

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Breakfast at Satoyama Vacation, packed sandwich lunch for the climb and all you can eat curry rice for dinner at your mountain hut.

Day 3

Breakfast
Fried eggs, ham, rice and miso soup, provided at your hut on Mt. Fuji

Throughout your entire 3 days with us on Mt. Fuji, you will enjoy locally sourced vegetables and meat, including a farm to table barbecue feast hosted by Satoyama Vacation.

For an exact description and pictures of each meal type, as well as a note on dietary restrictions, see our food page below.

Pick Up

Pick up on Day 1 is provided at Shin Fuji Bullet train station at 12:15 pm. Below are sample train times for departures from Tokyo and Kyoto station.

Sample train time if traveling from Tokyo

Sample train time if traveling from Kyoto

Drop Off

Day 3 drop off is provided for any location within Tokyo or the Mt. Fuji area, including Hakone, Kawaguchiko or Gotemba. You will be transferred via one of our 10 passenger Hi-Ace vehicles (free shuttle service). Notify FMG of your preferred drop off location at least 1 week prior to your reservation start date.

Required Gear

Mt Fuji Climb:
Proper gear will keep you warm, dry, and safe. See our required gear list for the 2-day Mt. Fuji climb here.

E-bike Tour/Satoyama Vacation:
Besides what is listed in our 2-day Mt. Fuji gear list above you will want to have the following items for your e-bike tour

Sneakers
City clothes
Water bottle
Day pack

Physical Fitness

The summit of Mt. Fuji is at 3,776m / 12,389ft. If you are not used to elevation, you may experience nausea, headaches, and shortness of breath. However, with proper physical fitness, this can be mitigated. Download our guide to help you physically and mentally prepare for your climb up Mt. Fuji.

FMG Physical Fitness Guide
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Luggage Delivery

FMG does not have a luggage storage service. Luggage that is left behind during your Mt. Fuji climb, will need to be sent on ahead to your next destination. If you are delivering to a Tokyo area hotel, your items will arrive the next day and be waiting for you a when you arrive. More information on Japan's fast, efficient and reliable luggage delivery service can be found here.