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Mt Fuji hiking tour

Off the Beaten Path

Joined 2017

Chinami N.

4.99 / 5

(91 reviews)

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Mount Fuji

English

8 hrs 30 mins

Private tour (only you and Chinami N.)

Up to 4 people

We are going to hike from 1st station to 5th station on Yoshida trails.

Climbing season over 5th of Mt Fuji is from July 1 ~ Sep10.

However, you can hike from the first station to fifth station on Yoshida trails in most seasons.

You see many plants along trails and see a few lakes if the weather is good.

I recommend these people who come to Mt Fuji out of climbing season or who would like to experience not too hard climbing.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

08:30 AM

Meeting Point

Fujisan station

09:40 AM

Entrance of the trail

starting points around 1200 m from the sea level

02:00 PM

5th station of Mt Fuji

It is usually 3~4 hours to get there.

We have a few time breaks on the way.

03:00 PM

lunch + shopping

After having lunch, you have free time to shop.

03:00 PM

5th station bus stop

Getting on bus to station.

It takes about an hour to station

Ending Point

Kawaguchiko station or Fujisan station

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee

Transportation for guide to meeting point

What‘s not included

Taxi fare from Fujisan station to the starting point is about 4500 yen

Local bus from 5th station to Kawaguchiko station or Fujisan station about 2000 yen per person (you and guide) in cash

Lunch (you and guide)

Tour Important Information

The tour is from May ~ November during which there is not much snow in 5th station.

Time to start the tour changes depending on timetable of local bus to the station.

This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

Prepare some cash with you.

I accept this tour from May ~ Oct when there is not much snow in the trail as well as local bus running.

Important message from the supplier

I can guide you in Shizuoka(Shimizu) and Nagano if you pay for my transportation fee (and accommodation depending on time a tour starts and where).

If you would like me to pick up in Tokyo, I have to ask you pick up fee as well.

I am available to guide only in Yamanashi and Mt Fuji from May to July.

Also, I have only customized tour in April because it might be hard to complete all sight seeing spots due to peak tourist season.

I am afraid that I will not pick you up outside Yamanashi such as Tokyo or Hakone.

However, I will give you advise how to get Mt Fuji or Yamanashi.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2017

Chinami N.

4.99 / 5

(91 reviews)

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About Tour Guide Chinami N.

Hello!My name is Chinami.

I have a national licence as a tour guide. I know well not only the nature of Mt Fuji area, but also history of Mt Fuji as a world cultural heritage site.I like to talk with people from all aver the world.So I want to have great time with you and enjoy local meals, wine, and so on.

Let's share a wonderful moment in Japan!

Reviews

Rushan O.

5 / 5

Sep 30, 2026

Mt Fuji and grape picking tour

Sep 30, 2026

Mount Fuji

8 hours

Customized

“Do this if you want a fuss free holiday!”

From planning to the actual day, it was a breeze communicating with Chinami-san. She is very responsive and clear and I know she carefully and thoughtfully did the planning based on what we wanted to do. We visited the wind caves, motosu lake, did Muscat grape picking and some wineries for wine tasting. Chinami-san is knowledgeable about the history of the Mt Fuji area and is generous at sharing. We learnt a lot about local farms and fruits and forests. Highly recommend!

Chinami N.

Dear Ong family Thank you very much for the review! I have felt sorry about the tour because the weather was not good and we could not do the original plan. Also, the flowers in Motosu resort were not full of bloom either. Most area in Japan has had rain all September though... Anyway, I am happy now to know that you enjoyed the tour. Did you make Hoto noodles? Please come back to Mt Fuji area with your family to have local food, which we could not this time! PS The hand bite by my cat is much better now. Chinami

Ellen L.

5 / 5

Jun 27, 2026

Full day tour in Fujikawaguchiko

Jun 27, 2026

Mount Fuji

8 hours 10 mins

Customized

“Wonderful, magical day tour of Fujikawaguchiko”

I had the best day with Chinami visiting the area around Lake Kawaguchiko - including a wonderful hike for a panoramic view and shrine visit, lake cruise, Oishi Park - with lavender ice cream! - a great lunch, the charming Saiko Iyashinosato, ending with a tour of the bat cave and walk in the magical Aokigahara forest. Chinami is so warm and personable, well informed and organized, timely and professional, and delightful to spend time with. I can't think of a better day tour or guide. Highly recommend having Chinami show you around!

Chinami N.

Thank you very much for writing the review. I enjoyed myself talking with you. It was a nice day to visit around during rainy season. I wonder you already used the coffee maker you bought at the craft shop..... There are more places to go and things to do in Mt Fuji area. Please stay longer next time in different season! Stay in touch and I wish I visit you near future!

Yasmin B.

5 / 5

Jun 8, 2026

Full day tour in Mt Fuji area

Jun 8, 2026

Mount Fuji

5 hours 30 mins

Customized

“Perfect day at Mt. Fuji!”

Our family had a great experience with Chinami at Mt. Fuji/ Lake Ashii area. Chinami helped arrange a car service for us from Hakone to Mt. Fuji to meet her. She then took us to the pagoda that has amazing views of Mt. Fuji. She knew all the best spots for photos and was always happy to snap a picture for us. My son is gluten-free, and she was so kind to help us find a good restaurant for lunch that met his needs. She was very flexible when the kids wanted to spend more time walking around the lake or the 7 ponds area. We would recommend Chinami to any family looking for a guide from the Mt. Fuji area.

Chinami N.

Thank you very much for writing the review. Your family is so friendly and cheerful. So, I enjoyed guiding all. It was about to start rainy season, however, you could see Mt Fuji time to time on the day. I knew you like hiking. You should hike mountains surrounded in the area next time. I hope you stay in Mt Fuji longer next time. Enjoy yourselves rest of days in Japan, especially in Yakushima island!!!