Q&A
Frequently asked questions about climbing
Mt. Fuji and using the facilities
about climbing Mt.Fuji
This is my first time to climb Mt.Fuji
Practice climbing on a nearby mountain before attempting to climb Mt.Fuji. Many guidebooks and other publications describe Mt.Fuji as “beginner level,” but in reality it is “intermediate level. You walk for hours on end, no one will walk for you when you are tired. Mt.Fuji has an image of being a “familiar mountain” and a “tourist attraction,” but it is the tallest mountain in Japan. Mt.Fuji is beautiful and commercialized, but it is important to remember that climbing the mountain is always dangerous.
What do I start preparing?
Do your homework and prepare your equipment carefully.
As soon as you decide on a climbing date, make reservations at a mountain hut.
The closer to the summit, the more quickly the huts will be booked.
Inform your family and workplace of your plans in case something goes wrong.
It is not obligatory to submit a mountaineering plan, but it is safer to do so.
Please check the details by yourself.
Yamanashi Prefecture / Mountaineering / Mountain Information Portal (transer.com)
Why are bullet climbs considered dangerous?
So-called “bullet mountaineering” refers to “continuing to climb a mountain without sufficient rest at a mountain hut or elsewhere.
Neglecting altitude acclimatization and climbing without rest can be fatal.
Plan to spend at least one night and two days on the mountain, or two nights and three days if you are not confident about your physical strength.
It is very dangerous to “plan to leave the base of the mountain when the sun begins to set and to climb all night long in order to see the sun rise at the top.
If something happens to you, no ambulance or medical staff will come immediately.
The mountain hut staffs will not pick you up, so everything is at your own risk.
Can I stay overnight on the trail?
You are not allowed to do so. In addition, bonfires are prohibited by law and must be avoided at all costs.
What type of clothing and equipment is appropriate?
You should dress for mid-winter.
At Mt.Fuji, the temperature difference from the foot of the mountain is about 15°C.
Even in mid-summer, it is freezing cold at night.
Long-sleeved shirts and long pants are appropriate attire.
Don’t forget to bring another heavy jumper, a hat with a brim, heavy socks, gloves, and a change of clothes.
Please wear climbing shoes for your own safety.
How long to the summit?
It takes 7 hours from Seikanso to the summit.
Climb slowly as your body adjusts to the changes in oxygen and air pressure.
You should plan your climb with plenty of time to spare, as the trails are crowded these days due to the increasing number of climbers.
Climbing too quickly can cause altitude sickness.
Climb with the person whose pace is slowest.
There are benches in front of each hut where you can rest, so don’t forget to buy snacks at the hut and take a break.
What time does everyone depart Seikanso?
There are 4 patterns.
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10:00pm : to see the sunrise at the summit
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2:00am : to see the sunrise while climbing at 8th station
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4:00am : to see the sunrise while climbing at 7th station
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8:00am : who has a reservation at the other hut upper than Seikanso on 2nd night
There are many climbers on the summit who are waiting for the sunrise to take their places, and you will most likely see the sunrise from between people’s heads.
That said, climbing to the summit hours before sunrise and waiting for the sunrise increases the risk of hypothermia. The nighttime cold is an order of magnitude colder.
Since the weather in the mountains is changeable to begin with, it may be better not to insist on seeing the sunrise at the summit, but to be lucky if you can see it.
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What time will the sunrise come up?
- Early July : 4:20am
- Late July : 4:40am
- Early August : 4:45am
- Late August : 5:00am
Please check the details by yourself.
Why are prices so high in Mt.Fuji?
Because there is no infrastructure at Mt.Fuji.
Unlike a city with a well-developed infrastructure, prices are linked to higher prices because of the necessary expenses for everything.
There is no water, sewage, or electricity, so each lodge pays for everything at its own expense.
Each lodge carries water for cooking from the base of the mountain, purchasing propane gas for cooking, paying a cost to bring diesel fuel for the generator by a private company, and paying a cost to dispose manure and garbage in the bathrooms.
To begin with, we also pay the Fuji Subaru Line toll every time.
Each lodge arranges and pays for all of these things themselves.
It is a fact that corporate efforts have their limits, and we ask for your understanding and cooperation.
How do I arrive Seikanso?
Walking up from the foot of the mountain or walking the trail from the fifth station.
Do you provide a pick-up service?
We are sorry, we do not provide transportation services.
What “Fuji Subaru Line Private Car Restriction Period”?
It is the traffic regulation of Fuji Subaru Line.
During that period, only vehicles that have been issued a permit by the police station are allowed to pass.
No vehicles without a permit will be allowed to pass.
Please note that this is not “regulating the number of cars passing through.”
Please check the details by yourself.
I heard we can take a bus to the fifth station?
Yes, public and private buses depart from and arrive at the Fuji Subaru Line 5th station.
These buses do not operate 24 hours a day, so please be aware of the last bus time.
Please check the details by yourself.
Questions about future weather such as ”What is the weather like for the weekend?”
I am sorry, I cannot give you a definitive statement.
The weather in the mountains is changeable, with clear skies and torrential downpours sometimes occurring several times a day.
Please check the details by yourself.
What should I do if I get altitude sickness?
Please descend the mountain.
Descending to lower altitude is the fastest way to heal.
I have a pre-existing condition.
Follow the instructions of your doctor.
Can I use a drone to take pictures?
No. Mt.Fuji is located in a national park and the use of drones is prohibited.
About reservation
How do I make a reservation? ( for individual guest )
Please make an Internet reservation via the external site “Yamatan” from the reservation page.
How do I make a reservation? ( for individual guest from overseas )
Please make an Internet reservation via the external site “Yamatan” from the reservation page.
Can I make a reservation by calling? (For individual guest)
Sorry, we do not accept reservations over the phone. Please make reservations online via the external site “Yamatan”.
We ask for your understanding and cooperation in preventing no-shows and non-payment of cancellation fees.
Can I make a group reservation? (For companies and tour companies)
Yes, please contact us by e-mail or fax.
電話番号：0555-24-6090
FAX番号：0555-24-2846I want to change my reservation date
Please cancel your current reservation on the external site “Yamatan” and then make a new reservation.
Please note that no refunds will be made for any cancellation fees incurred at that time.
I want to cancel my reservation.
Please go to the external site “Yamatan” and complete the cancellation procedure by yourself.
If I cancel my reservation, will there be a cancellation fee?
Cancellation fee will be charged 7 days prior to the reserved date.
- 7 days prior to the day of cancellation: 30%.
- 3 days prior to the day of cancellation: 50%.
- Cancellation on the day or without notice: 100%.
***We have been receiving a number of cancellations of reservations on the day before or the day of the event. We have incurred a huge deficit so far due to a few heartless people. We consider this situation to be very serious and ask for your understanding.
I want to cancel because of a typhoon.
No cancellation fee will be charged only if Fuji Subaru Line is closed due to bad weather on the day of reservation.
If you wish to cancel on the day of your stay due to the Fuji Subaru Line road closure, please call us.
phone number：TEL：0555-24-6524
Is there a children's rate?
No. The room rate is flat regardless of the age of the guest.
How old do children have to be to stay at this hut?
There are no age restrictions, but please refrain from bringing children who have not yet been diapered or who have not yet stopped crying at night.
please refrain from doing so for safety reasons.
* Because the hut is located at the 6th station of Mt. Fuji, an ambulance cannot come immediately if your child becomes ill.
* Because the Fuji Subaru Line is closed at night, so you cannot get off the mountain by your own car.
Also, regarding crying at night, it is essential for climbers to rest in order to recover from fatigue.
Insufficient rest can lead to altitude sickness.
Due to the design of the facility, loud voices can be heard by other guests, so we apologize and ask for your understanding.
I want to reserve a private room.
We are sorry, we cannot accept reservations with a specific room type.
We will prepare rooms according to the number of people in your reservation.
about facility
Is there public airwaves?
Yes, you can comfortably use the public airwaves inside the building.
Is there free Wi-Fi?
Yes, they are located in the reception lobby.
The Wi-Fi signal may be difficult to receive in some areas of the hut as it was installed by the government and is we do not manage it.
If you are concerned, we recommend that you bring your own.
What time is check-in/check-out?
As follows.
If you are very late for check-in time, let us know in advance so that we can check your safety.
Check-in : 2pm-5pm / check-out : 8am
What time are the lights out?
All lights are turned off at 9:00 p.m.
How much is the fee to use the restrooms?
200 yen. Included in the room charge for guests staying overnight.
Is there a place to wash my face and brush my teeth?
A washbasin attached to the restroom is available for your use.
Is there a shower?
There is no shower.
Are there any amenities?
Amenities are not provided.
Do you have pajamas?
Pajamas are not provided.
Is bedding available?
Each guest will be provided with a sleeping bag and pillow.
If you are concerned, please bring a towel for your pillow.
Is there a place to dispose of trash?
There are no trash cans in our facilities, so please take all your belongings home with you.
There are no trash cans on the trails of Mt.Fuji, so it is best not to bring anything that will become trash.
We will accept trash generated from items purchased at the hut.
Is there a place to dry clothes?
No, there are not.
Can I have you hold my bags for me?
Yes, we can.
Please come back to pick up your bags within the next day of your reservation.
Please do not put valuables in the bag you bring with you and leave it in the lobby.
We assume no responsibility for any loss or damage to luggage.
I want to charge my electronic devices.
All guests are provided with a power outlet at their bedside, please feel free to use it.
Are phone chargers, flashlights, stocks, shoes, etc. available for rent?
No rental items will be provided.
about meal
What time is dinner and breakfast?
As follows.
Dinner : 5pm,6pm / breakfast : 7am
Is there are vegetarian-friendly meals?
Yes, we can change the regular meal to the vegetarian-friendly meal for dinner, breakfast and a bento box.
If you would like to change it, let us know when making a reservation.
There is the question from us, “Would you like to have the vegetarian-friendly meal?”.
Please understand that it may be difficult for us to prepare for you if you tell us that on the day of the reservation.
Can you accommodate allergies?
If you would like to change it, let us know when making a reservation.
There is the question from us, “Do you have something allergy to eat?”.
Please understand that it may be difficult for us to prepare for you if you tell us that on the day of the reservation.
We are located at the 6th station of Mt.Fuji and it is not clear if an ambulance can come immediately in case of emergency.
Guests with many allergic items are encouraged to bring their own meals.
I have a reservation for an overnight stay with no meal. Can I bring my own food?
Yes, please take all trash generated from the items you bring with you.
If the cafeteria is full at dinner time, please give up your place to a guest who has a reservation with a meal.
I have a reservation for an overnight stay with no meal. Can I order a meal?
You can only order “cup noodle” (\500, including the boiled water).
Can I use the microwave?
Yes, after you bought something.
Do you sell water and hot water?
Yes, water is available in PET bottles for 500 ml/400 yen.
Hot water is available for 500 ml/400 yen only if you bring your own heat-resistant container.
Do you sell something alcohol?
Yes, we sell Asahi Super Dry canned and draft beer.
Mt.Fuji is a great place to drink beer, but it works well in moderation due to the altitude.
Reservation
Reservations can be made through our dedicated reservation site.
We look forward to welcoming everyone.
