The Ochudo, also known as Middle Road, was a special trail for ascetic practitioners that circled Mt.Fuji at the level of the fifth station. The trail is adorned by beautiful flora such as Japanese larch, Rhododendron, and Lingonberry and offers a majestic view of Mt.Fuji.
The trail continues to Okuniwa, as Inner Garden which used to be a lateral crater. As it is named, pine trees and volcanic rocks create artistic landscapes by all nature.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Kawaguchiko Station or hotels in the area
Mt. Fuji Heritage Center (of Yamanashi Prefecture)
Mt.Fuji was designated as a UNESCO world cultural heritage in 2013. It is the ideal place to learn about the mountain, which makes your experience ongoing more meaningful.
Mt. Fuji 5th Station
Enjoy lunch and shopping.
Ochudo & Okuniwa Trail
The Ochudo trail starts from the 5th station. After 1.5 hours of walking, it reaches Okuniwa and loops for more 1 hour. The trail is covered by volcanic gravels but well maintained. It is almost flat but around 50 meters down the slope or steps to Okuniwa.
Ending Point
Kawaguchiko Station or hotels in the area
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Guide fee
Transportation:
- Taxi = JPY1,000 per car (from Kawaguchiko Station to Mt. Fuji Heritage Center)
- Public bus = JPY2,800 per person (From Mt.Fuji Heritage Center to the 5th station and back to Kawaguchiko Station)
Miscellaneous:
- Lunch
Hiking shoes and clothes are required.
Wheelchairs are not accessible.
The tour should be canceled in the case of inclement weather.
The tour operates from the middle of May to the middle of November.
If the booking is far ahead over 9 months, please ask me the availability.
My name is Moto, National Licensed Guide Interpreter living in Yamanashi, Kofu-city.
I can offer real experiences of Japanese nature, culture and commoner's life.
Check tour inventory and contact me soon if you are interested in !!
Patrick M.
“Shore excursion from Shimizu port”
Moto met us at the port as soon as we disembarked and we were quickly on our way. Our excursion included the Kobayashien Tea Firm - Tea ceremony experience, Shiraito Waterfalls, lunch at a very nice local area restaurant, the Fujisan Hongu Sengen Shrine and Mt. Fuji Heritage Center. We were very pleased with the selection of sites we visited and the information Moto provided at each of them. He is very knowledgeable and we found our time with him to be a very rewarding experience. THANKS, MOTO!
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Motoyuki H.
Thanks for sending the review! It was a cloudy day and less visible of Mt. Fuji, but you could realize that there are many places worth seeing in the area. I appreciate your interest in and understanding of our culture. So happy to guide you again. Of course, with Mt. Fuji view next time!
Judy D.
“The best day!”
Moto, our guide and the beautiful large comfortable van for 6 he arranged for us, took us to the beautiful lake I requested, close to Mt Fuji. Moto told me about a waterfall nearby that was spectacular and then to a sake shop for tasting. Last but not least, a ride up the mountain to see the harbor and town night view. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
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Motoyuki H.
Thanks for the review and scoring! It was a beautiful day with the gorgeous view of Mt. Fuji. I felt very happy to see you were so energetic to enjoy the tour, even though it was the last port in your journey. Hope all the fortune will be coiled in your family!
Deanna H.
“Had the Best Day”
Our tour was fantastic from start to finish. Moto was an awesome guide and we had so much fun. His English is excellent and he made the tour fun and unique.
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Motoyuki H.
Thanks for the review and rating! The tour included some of the off-the-beaten and some of the tourist sites. I am happy to know you enjoyed it. Hope to see and guide you again!
$306/ per group
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