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: ¥135,000JPY + 13% tax/fees per person

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Custom pick up and drop off by private vehicle 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 stay in a mountain hut at 3,300 meters. Day 2 stay at the foothills of Mt. Fuji in the areas best Glamping resort. 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

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

Summit Japan's highest peak in two days, followed by a day of exploration and feasting at the foothills of Mt. Fuji.

Day 1-2: Summiting Mt. Fuji
Utilizing two trails and a secret route, our English speaking mountain guides will lead you to the summit of Mt. Fuji, escaping the crowds along the way. Available exclusively as a private tour option, only a select few have the opportunity of engaging in this remarkable encounter of Mt. Fuji.

The trip begins with custom pick up at your accommodation in Tokyo or the Mt. Fuji area. On day 1 we climb to a mountain hut located at 3,300 meters and on Day 2 we climb to the summit and back down the mountain.

Day 2-3: Exploration and feasting at the foothills of Mt. Fuji
Now that you've conquered Japan's highest peak, you deserve a feast. Hosted by our partners at Satoyama Vacation, enjoy a farm-to-table barbecue with locally sourced vegetables and meat. The surrounding area is blessed with high quality spring water and is used in producing some superb sake and beer, available upon request. At night, give yourself a pat on the back as you gaze up at the mountain you've just summited. Accommodation is at a cozy, high-end Glamping resort.

Begin your final day with a short 5 minute drive or 20 min walk to the captivating Shiraito Falls. Then hop on an
E-bike and explore the culture, cuisine and charming scenery of a quintessential Japanese village. The trip ends in the afternoon with a drop off at the nearest bullet train station, Shin Fuji.

Special Notes:

Day 3 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: 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.

Day 2: Satoyama Vacation Glamping

Mt. Fuji Satoyama Vacation is a beautiful retreat site, luxurious 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.

Meals Included

Day 1

Dinner
All you can eat curry rice dinner at mountain hut

Day 2

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Breakfast at mountain hut, lunch and dinner provided at Satoyama Vacation

Day 3

Breakfast and Lunch
Provided by Satoyama Vacation

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

Custom pick up is provided at your hotel or residence anywhere within Tokyo or the Mt. Fuji area, including Hakone, Kawaguchiko and Gotemba.

Sample Tokyo hotel pick up time

Sample Hakone hotel pick up time

Drop Off

A 3 pm drop off is provided at Shin Fuji station on the final day. From Shin Fuji station it is approximately 2 hours to Kyoto and 1 hour to Tokyo via Shinkansen.

Sample itinerary for travel to Tokyo

Sample itinerary for travel to Kyoto

Required Gear

DAY 1-2:
Proper gear will keep you warm, dry, and safe. See our required gear list for the 2-day Mt. Fuji climb here.

DAY 2-3:
Besides what is listed in our 2-day Mt. Fuji gear list above you will want to have the following items

Sneakers
City clothes
Water bottle

Items not used while on your Mt. Fuji climb can be stored in our private vehicle. However, this does not include large suitcases. Please use Japan's fast, efficient and reliable luggage delivery service to send large items to Satoyama Vacation. If you are delivering from the Tokyo area, your items will arrive the next day and be waiting for you at Satoyama Vacation when you arrive. More information on this service here.

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.