Off-season Ascent of Mount Fuji in Japan

Mountain Hut (Taiyokan Hut situated at 7th station of Subashiri Trail, altitude 2,920meter above the sea level)

• The guide may decide to turn back or use an evacuation route when necessary due to adverse weather conditions, earthquakes, volcanic activity, or client performance.

• Clients are responsible for all accommodation costs, including those of the guide.

• In unexpected circumstances requiring an extended stay in the mountains, clients will be responsible for additional costs at the mountain hut, including the guide’s expenses.

• Clients are responsible for cancellation costs for reserved huts if the group cannot reach the planned accommodation.

• All instructions given by the guide must be followed at all times.

• The guide reserves the right to refuse service to anyone deemed unfit for participation in the activities.

• If the required gear is not brought as listed, clients will not be allowed to join the trip. The guide may request clients to buy or rent the necessary gear before heading to the trailhead. Any additional transportation costs for detours to rental or outdoor shops will be charged to the client.

• The guide reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a climb if weather conditions do not allow for a safe trip. If you cannot attend the rescheduled climb, you are eligible for a refund.

• The guide is not responsible for any loss or damage to personal property during activities. It is recommended to pack belongings in a dry bag and store fragile items in proper cases.

• If a participant is not fit enough to reach the planned hut or summit, the guide may ask them to stop the climb and return to the trailhead or nearest hut.

• During the guided ascent, clients must stay with the group and follow the guide at all times. If a client attempts to leave the group or goes missing, the guide will file a missing report with the local police and initiate a search effort. The guide will also make efforts to locate the individual until the group safely returns to the trailhead.

Previous experience in frequent and extended hiking, capable of sustaining at least 8 hours of activity per day, is required.

Participants of a Mount Fuji ascent must be willing to comply with the guide’s preparation instructions. They must also disclose their past medical history, including any hospitalizations or surgeries, and current medications.

Participants are also required to have travel insurance.

Experience with winter hiking using traction devices is essential, as well as having completed previous high-altitude ascents.

Mishima city or Mishima station