mount fuji climb 2015
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MOUNT FUJICLIMBING THE HIGHEST PEAK IN JAPAN
22.09.2015
Wafaa Journal
Trip Facts
Highest peak in Japan 3,776 meters
Two days guided Tour with Fuji MountainGuides. Slept overnight in lodge, second daywas summit and descend
Trekking, not technical climb e.g. no use ofropes, harness, ice axe
Overnight stay in a mountain lodge.Sleeping area, toilets, warm fire, 2 hot meals:dinner first day and breakfast second day
Subashiri Route, Started at 5th station2,000m Slept in 7th station 3,000m
Pack light, toiletries, down jacket for warmnight and compact camera and water
Trekking gear :boots, trekking poles, baselayer and water proof outer layer. Gaiterswere useful for the descend
Sunrise above the clouds at 3,000m
Looking back during the trek
This was the lodge werewe stayed overnight
View from the rest area
This is the trail, markedwith ropes
The final ascend before the summit
Each stage has a Tori gate
Questions &AnswersDo Mount Fuji have snow at the top?
Was it crowded?
What about the weather? Was it Cold?
No! this was off-season tour so snow was not there. Photos you seewith snow are taken during Jan/Feb.
No! this was an “off-season” guided tour not many people as the“season. It was crowded at the 7th station because all other hutswere closed
It was cloudy the first day, you could not see anything. Got colder atnight. Second day it was sunny, but windy the closed you get to thetop
Questions &AnswersHow much did it cost ?
Was it tough?
449$ including the guide, overnight stay, 2 meals , and transportfrom and to the pickup and drop off points.
Yes! The mountain is steep the closer you get to the top. Lots ofgravel and small stones. Gets tougher on the descend.
My Experince Do not over pack!
Stay hydrated and drink lots of water. Bring money to buy water and lunchbefore and after the trek.
Pack nuts and crackers, a quick snackon the go
Carry a compact camera. I took myGorPro and took nice videos.
Have short breaks to enjoy thescenery and take great photos.
Be prepared to slide/fall during thedescend. It's hard work
Have Fun!
