Mount Fuji Trek 2024: 8-Hour climb & 3-Hour downhill!

Join me on an epic journey as I hike Mount Fuji! We began our adventure on July 13th, reaching the summit after an 8-hour climb, and descended in 3 hours on the morning of July 14th. Here’s a quick guide and our itinerary:
Trail- Yoshida Trail
In the end, we have reviews from our team about the hike.
Equipment List:
Trekking shoes
Small backpack
Note: Avoid unnecessary items
Comfortable clothing (thermal recommended)
Note: Bring a rain jacket
Water bottle (refillable)
Cash (minimum ¥10,000 for food/drinks)
Headlamp and batteries
Gloves (essential)
Hat and warm hat, monkey hat
Sunscreen
Mask
Sunglasses
Vitamin jelly
Chocolates/Fruits
Aluminum sheet
Winter jacket (for 8th station)
100 yen coins
Itinerary:
July 13th:
09:00: Depart from Shinjuku by bus
12:00: Arrive at Mt. Fuji 5th Station
12:00 - 14:00: Break, photos, snacks, restroom
14:00: Start hike (verify entry tickets)
14:00 - 22:00: Hike to summit (approx. 8 hours)
Note: Rest as needed
23:00 - 04:00: Sleep
July 14th:
04:30 - 05:00: Watch the sunrise
05:00 - 09:00: Explore summit, take photos, breakfast
09:00 - 12:00: Descend to 5th Station (approx. 3 hours)
Note: 1-hour break/restroom
13:00: Depart from Mt. Fuji 5th Station by bus
15:00: Arrive back at Shinjuku
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