◆Restrictions on passage

The following restrictions will be enforced at the 5th station of the Yoshida Trail, with gates put in place, however those with prior reservations to stay in the mountain huts are exempt.

 

1)The restrictions will be in effect from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. the next day.

　

2) Restrictions will be imposed when the numbers of climbers exceed 4,000 people per day.

 

Information on the restrictions will be shared on social media and at the Fuji Hokuroku car park located at the foot of Mount Fuji.

 

◆Climbers who pass through the gate at the 5th station must pay the hiking fee of 4,000 yen per person.

 

◆To avoid potential accidents from occurring, please listen to the designated mountaineering guide appointed by the Yamanashi prefectural government and follow proper climbing etiquette.

 

◆We advise inexperienced climbers to climb with the assistance of a mountaineering guide.

A: This is for paying your hiking fee. Mountain hut reservations are separate.

 

 

Q: If I make a reservation for the mountain huts, do I have to make a reservation to pass through the trail gates too?

A: If you have mountain hut reservations, you can book online or pay the hiking fee on the day of the climb at the counter.

 

 

Q: If I don’t have mountain hut reservations, does that I mean I can’t climb Mt. Fuji?

A: You can climb Mt. Fuji even without mountain hut reservations. However, climbers are subject to restrictions and cannot climb from 2pm until 3am. If the number of climbers passing through the trail gate exceeds the daily limit of 4,000 people, access between the 5th station and the summit will be restricted to climbers with mountain hut reservations.

 

 

Q: If I have already paid for my hiking fee in advance to pass through the trail gates, can I continue climbing even after 2pm?

A: No, only climbers with mountain hut reservations are allowed to pass through the gate after 2pm. However, as a general rule we encourage those with mountain hut reservations to pass through the gate at the 5th station before the restricted hours begin to ensure safe climbing.

 

 

Q: Is same-day reservation possible?

A: Yes. You can also purchase at the counter.

 

 

Q: Can I make a reservation without making payment straight away?

A: No, you must pay in full to complete your reservation. 

 

 

Q: Should those with mountain hut reservations also make prior bookings to pass through the gate and are there any advantages?

A: As payment is complete at the time of reservation, the process of passing through the gates would be smoother as there is a separate counter for those who have made prior reservations, who will need to show their QR code for confirmation. In addition, it is possible to make a group reservation of up to 100 people.

 

 

Q: If I want to cancel or change my reservation after payment has been complete, will I be refunded?

AYou can cancel and receive a refund up until the next day. Changes to the date are possible up until the day before. Cancellations will be non-refundable after 2 days. If you need to change the number of people on your reservation, please cancel your booking immediately or within the next day and rebook. Any cancellations made afterwards due to personal reasons, including public transport delays are non-refundable. The only exceptions are due to unforeseen circumstances on our side. 

Q: Can I make reservations over the phone?

A: Reservations can only be made on our website.

 

 

Q: In the event 4,000 online reservations have been made, will I be able to go climbing if I come directly to the 5th station?

A: A limited number of spots are available for climbers who choose to pay at the counter on the day of the climb. However, if you don’t make prior reservations, we recommend coming earlier to the 5th station.

 

 

Q: How many days in a year does the number of climbers exceed 4,000 during climbing season?

-Excluding the years 2020-2022 when the climbing season was closed due to covid-19, the actual figure is as follows:

 

   2018: 12 days         2019: 10 days         2023: 5 days      2024: 0days

You have to pay the hiking fee at the 5th station when taking the following routes:

 

1.If you climb from the Subaru Line 5th station towards Izumigataki Waterfall.

2.If you head towards the 6th station from the Yoshida Trail. (Umagaeshi Rest Area)

3.If you exit from the 5th station via the Yoshida Trail. (Umagaeshi Rest Area)

4.If you ascend from the Shizuoka Trail but descend via the Yoshida Trail.