Can you take a bus to the top of Mt. Fuji?

The Takeaway Mount Fuji is 3,776 meters or 12,389 feet high, which is high enough to cause altitude sickness. The Mount Fuji climbing season is from 1 July to 14 September. You can take a direct bus from Shinjuku to about halfway up Mount Fuji and climb to the summit from there.



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The climbing pass now costs around ¥1,000 – less than $10. Buses from Kawaguchiko train station to the 5th Station cost 1,500 Yen one-way (Around $11). A mountain hut for one night will cost around 5,500 Yen ($45) without food and 7,000 Yen ($55) including two meals (dinner and breakfast).

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A 1-Day hike to the summit of Mt. Fuji requires a very early start, strength and endurance. A 1-Day hike evades the sunrise urgency and staying at a Mountain hut completely, plus reaching the summit around midday allows you to fully enjoy the surrounding views while appreciating the warmest stage of the day.

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Quick answer: Buses are the easiest, fastest, and cheapest option for getting direct to the mountain. If you prefer trains to buses there are A LOT of options! Including fancy direct trains, theme trains, and regular trains — though these only get you as far as Kawaguchiko. Most options depart from Shinjuku.

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Mount Fuji in Japan is a beginner-friendly mountain. But we recommend joining a climbing tour instead of DIY-ing the climb though. This way, you'll be safe with experienced climbers who'll teach you the necessary routes and precautions.

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Overtourism: Japan's iconic Mount Fuji struggles with human traffic jams, rubbish and pollution. A dramatic increase in visitors is causing pollution, safety concerns, and discussions about limiting access.

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Mt. Fuji can be climbed on one of four trails, the most popular being the Yoshida Trail on the Yamanashi Prefecture side. The mountain is divided into 10 “stations,” and each trail begins from its respective 5th station.

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Travelling between Tokyo and Mount Fuji by local trains takes about 2 to 3 hours, and includes at least one transfer. At Shinjuku Station, you can catch the JR Chuo limited express train and arrive to Kawaguchiko Station in about an hour.

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