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Japan's highest peak at 3,776 meters and the nation's most enduring symbol. Mt. Fuji has been an object of religious mountain worship since ancient times and is inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the title 'Fujisan, sacred place and source of artistic inspiration.'
Nature Info
- Elevation
- 3776m（日本最高峰）
History & Origins
Since the Jomon period, people have venerated the mountain as a deity capable of devastating eruptions. During the Edo period, 'Fuji-ko' pilgrimage confraternities made climbing Mt. Fuji a popular practice among ordinary people. The most recent eruption occurred in 1707 (the Hoei Eruption).
Highlights
The sunrise viewed from the summit, panoramic views from the 5th Station, the Fuji Five Lakes (including Kawaguchiko and Yamanakako), Shiraito Falls, and the sweeping Asagiri Highlands are all iconic.
Visitor Guide
The official climbing season runs from July to August. Four routes are available: Fujinomiya, Yoshida, Gotemba, and Subashiri. Acclimatization for altitude sickness is essential. Overnight stays at mountain huts are strongly recommended over day trips.
Best Season
Climbing: July–August. Viewing snow-capped Mt. Fuji: October–March.
Annual Events
- 7月1日
山開き
富士山の登山シーズン開幕。各登山口で神事が行われる
- 8月26日
山仕舞い（お山じまい）
登山シーズンの終わりを告げる閉山行事
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