2025.07.01
Yoshida Trail: Fuji Summer Discovery - Guided Nature Tours at Mt. Fuji 5th Station -
Operating Period: July 1 – September 10 / Fixed Departure Times
Join Fuji Summer Discovery, a guided nature tour starting from Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station.
Explore the mountain’s unique ecosystems, geology, and seasonal beauty with expert guides.
Three distinct courses are available, each offering a different way to experience the natural wonders of Mt. Fuji.
Explore the mountain’s unique ecosystems, geology, and seasonal beauty with expert guides.
Three distinct courses are available, each offering a different way to experience the natural wonders of Mt. Fuji.
🌊 Izumi-ga-Taki Course (Approx. 50 minutes)
Departure Times: 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00
A gentle round-trip walk from the 5th Station to the area known as Izumi-ga-Taki.
Though not an actual waterfall, this scenic spot offers a peaceful forest setting and a chance to learn about the alpine plants and ecosystems of Mt. Fuji.
Though not an actual waterfall, this scenic spot offers a peaceful forest setting and a chance to learn about the alpine plants and ecosystems of Mt. Fuji.
※ Participants must complete the full course; early exit is not permitted.
🌸 Ochudo (Shakunage) Course (Approx. 60 minutes)
Departure Time: 11:00 (Optional disband at viewpoint)
Walk along the historic Ochudo Trail to a scenic viewpoint above the Shakunage Bridge.
Discover native flora and the quiet beauty of Mt. Fuji’s mid-slopes.
Discover native flora and the quiet beauty of Mt. Fuji’s mid-slopes.
※ This is the only course where participants may leave the group at the viewpoint. In this case, guiding lasts 40 minutes.
🗻 Climbing Trail Course (Approx. 2 hours 30 minutes)
Departure Time: 14:00
A more challenging hike from the 5th Station to the 6th Station via Izumi-ga-Taki.
Learn about the mountain’s formation and changing vegetation zones as you ascend.
Learn about the mountain’s formation and changing vegetation zones as you ascend.
※ Participants must complete the full course; early exit is not permitted.
※ It is recommended for participants to prepare rain gears and shoes suitable for mountain climbing.
Important Information
Reservations are accepted on-site only, starting at 9:30 AM on the day of the tour.
Please note that reservations must be made in front of the General Management Center at the 5th Station of the Fuji Subaru Line.
Please speak to a staff member at the General Management Center to make your reservation.
No advance reservations.
Please note that reservations must be made in front of the General Management Center at the 5th Station of the Fuji Subaru Line.
Please speak to a staff member at the General Management Center to make your reservation.
No advance reservations.
Tours may be canceled in case of bad weather. Please check with staff on the day.
Tours are generally conducted in both Japanese and English, but some time slots may be limited to one language only depending on guide availability.
Experience the natural beauty of Mt. Fuji with Fuji Summer Discovery — a journey of discovery for all backgrounds.
Participation is free of charge.
Those who contribute the Mt. Fuji Donation (1,000 yen per person) will receive a special souvenir as a token of appreciation.