Mt. Fuji Climbing Season 2025: New Rules, Daily Limits & How to Prepare

🗻 Welcome to Mt. Fuji Climbing Season 2025:

What’s New & What You Need to Know! 
​Climbers and adventure seekers — the wait is over! Mt. Fuji’s 2025 climbing season is officially open from July 1 to September 10, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most thrilling — and most carefully managed — seasons ever.








📸  Sunrise over Mt. Fuji summit with climber 
​“The iconic Goraiko (sunrise) moment from Mt. Fuji’s summit”

Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned Fuji veteran, there are exciting new changes this year that will make your climb safer, more sustainable, and even more memorable.

🎉 What Makes the 2025 Climbing Season Special?
​This year, Mt. Fuji celebrates a new chapter in responsible tourism. With record-breaking visitors in past years, local authorities have introduced new climbing regulations to protect the mountain and improve the experience for everyone.

Here’s what you can expect:

🚧 Starting in 2025, a mandatory ¥4,000 (approx. $26 USD) climbing fee will apply to each hiker on all four official Mt. Fuji trails: Yoshida, Subashiri, Gotemba, and Fujinomiya.

To reduce overcrowding and protect the environment, Mt. Fuji will enforce a daily limit of 4,000 climbers starting in the 2025 climbing season on the Yoshida Trail only.

The Mandatory Climbing Fee: ¥4,000 (~$23 USD) is now in place on all the Shizuoka trails as well (previously a voluntary donation). This fee supports:

• Trail maintenance
• Environmental protection
• Safety service

Tip: Reserve your slot early! All climbers must book online in advance starting June 1st.

Overnight-Only Access Between 4:00 PM and 2:00 AM 
​Climbers attempting a “bullet climb” (rushing up overnight) will now be restricted.

Only those with a hut reservation can enter during nighttime hours. This rule aims to reduce fatigue-related injuries and altitude sickness.
🌙 Tip: Book a mountain hut and enjoy a magical sunrise without the stress!

Online Booking System: 
All climbers on the Yoshida Trail must now register online for:

• Entry date
• Trail use
• Hut stay (optional but encouraged)
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🌐 Official booking site: [https://www.fujisan-climb.jp/en/
​— typically published by Yamanashi Prefecture)
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Watch the Mt. Fuji Climbing Safety Guide – All hikers are required to view this quick 1-minute video before climbing. Subtitles available in English, Vietnamese, and Chinese.

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🧗‍♂️ Why Climb Mt. Fuji in 2025?

• Smaller crowds mean better photos, more peaceful climbs, and faster rest hut service.
• Improved safety and infrastructure.
• More sustainable tourism: Help preserve Fuji for generations to come!

🏕️ New Amenities & Services

• Better restroom facilities at key stations.
• More guided tour options (like ours!) with English-speaking local guides.
• Upgraded mountain huts with improved insulation and sleeping arrangements.​

 📸 Note: Trail markers and hikers on all Trails
“Clearly marked trails help protect Fuji’s delicate volcanic terrain.”

🧳 Tips for Your Best Climb Ever

• Train ahead: Even fit hikers feel the altitude. Walk stairs, hike with weight, and stay hydrated.
• Dress smart: Layers are your best friend. Fuji’s summit can be below freezing even in July.
• Respect the rules: New regulations protect YOU and Fuji’s fragile ecosystem.

🌄 Ready to Climb?
Join Our Private Guided Tours At MyTokyoGuide.com we offer:

• In-season guided climbs (Fujinomiya Route with hut stay)
• Private 1-Day or 2-Day Climbs
• ​With English Speaking Mountain Guide
• Transportation to/from Shin-Fuji Station — included
  

🎒 Book now and secure your climb before spaces fill up!
👉 View Tour Options »

📸 Group photo with a Mt. Fuji guide:
​“Victory mission accomplished with your expert My Tokyo Guide guide!”

📅 Final Checklist✅ Book trail entry
✅ Reserve a mountain hut
✅ Train and gear up
✅ Choose a reputable guide
✅ Catch that sunrise — and make memories for life!

Climbing Mt. Fuji is more than a hike — it's a spiritual journey, a photographer’s dream, and a life-changing adventure.
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See you at the summit in 2025!

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​📸 Inside a traditional Mt. Fuji mountain hut with meals served
“Modern comforts meet mountain tradition in upgraded 2025 huts.”