How to Book Your Mt. Fuji Climb for 2025: Trail Info, Dates, Fees, and Safety Tips

Planning to climb Mount Fuji in 2025? This comprehensive guide covers all essential details, including trail options, registration processes, regulations, gear recommendations, and booking procedures for mountain huts. Whether you're a first-time climber or a seasoned mountaineer, this guide will help you prepare for a safe and memorable ascent.

📅 Climbing Season Dates

The official climbing season for Mount Fuji in 2025 is scheduled as follows:

• Yoshida Trail (Yamanashi Prefecture): July 1 – September 10

• Subashiri, Gotemba, and Fujinomiya Trails (Shizuoka Prefecture): July 10 – September 10

Note: The descending route for the Yoshida Trail remains open until noon on September 11. citeturn0search0

🗺️ Trail Options Overview

Mount Fuji offers four main trails to the summit, each with unique characteristics:

1. Yoshida Trail (Yamanashi Prefecture)

• Starting Point: Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station

• Best For: First-time climbers and families

• Highlights:

  • Most popular trail with excellent signage

  • Separate ascending and descending paths

  • Medical aid stations at the 7th and 8th Stations

  • Numerous mountain huts for overnight stays

2. Subashiri Trail (Shizuoka Prefecture)

• Starting Point: Subashiri 5th Station

• Highlights:

  • Forested lower sections provide shade

  • Joins Yoshida Trail near the summit

  • Steep volcanic sand slope descent (sunasuberi)

  • Prone to fog; caution advised

3. Gotemba Trail (Shizuoka Prefecture)

• Starting Point: Gotemba 5th Station

• Highlights:

  • Longest and most physically demanding route

  • Starts from the lowest altitude

  • Fewest huts and rest spots

  • Ideal for seasoned climbers with proper gear

4. Fujinomiya Trail (Shizuoka Prefecture)

• Starting Point: Fujinomiya 5th Station

• Highlights:

  • Shortest distance to the summit

  • Very steep and rocky terrain

  • Ascending and descending share the same path

  • Popular with locals; fewer huts than Yoshida

📝 Registration Process

Yoshida Trail (Yamanashi Prefecture)

• Registration Opens: May 20, 2025, at 10:00 AM JST

• Daily Cap: 4,000 climbers

• Entry Time Restriction: No entry between 2:00 PM and 3:00 AM without a mountain hut reservation

• Fee: ¥4,000 per person

• Registration Link: Book via Asoview

Shizuoka Trails (Fujinomiya, Gotemba, Subashiri)

• Registration Opens: May 9, 2025

• Fee: ¥4,000 per person

• Requirements:

  • Completion of an e-learning safety training before registering

  • Entry not allowed between 2:00 PM and 3:00 AM without a mountain hut reservation

• Registration Link: Official Mt. Fuji Climbing Site

Note: When pre-registering, you must provide your climbing schedule, mountain hut accommodation information, and transportation details. citeturn0search8

⏰ Reservation Tips

• Peak Periods: Weekends and the Obon holiday week in mid-August tend to fill up quickly.

• Historical Data: In 2023, only five days reached the 4,000-climber limit, but with increased awareness and new regulations in 2025, high-demand dates are expected to book out faster.

• Availability Indicators:

  • ○ (Circle): Plenty of availability

  • △ (Triangle): Limited availability

  • × (X): Fully booked

  • – (Dash): No hiking allowed

Check the reservation calendar on the official Mt. Fuji climbing website for real-time availability.

🏠 Mountain Hut Reservations

If you plan to stay overnight, it's essential to book a mountain hut separately. Reservations for huts along the Yoshida Trail can be made through the Japan Mountain Huts website:

• Reservation Link: Japan Mountain Huts

Note: Some huts, like Tomoekan, have already opened reservations for the 2025 season. citeturn0search11

🎒 Essential Gear Checklist

Ensure you have the following items for a safe and comfortable climb:

• Warm Clothing: High altitudes are cold, even in summer

• Rain Gear: Separate jacket and pants recommended

• Climbing Boots: Waterproof with high-ankle support

• Headlamp: Crucial for early or late summit times

• Gloves: Protect from cold and rocky surfaces

• Snacks/Water: No vending machines on the summit

• Sun Hat & Sunscreen: UV rays are strong above the clouds

Note: Do not climb overnight without staying at a mountain hut. Avoid fatigue-related risks by resting properly.

🚫 Rules & Restrictions

• Entry Time Restriction: No entry from 2:00 PM to 3:00 AM without proof of mountain hut booking.

• Mandatory Registration: All climbers must register in advance and pay a ¥4,000 fee.

• E-learning Requirement: Must complete safety training before registering for Shizuoka trails.

• Littering Prohibited: Pack out all trash; there are no garbage bins on the mountain.

• Hut Reservations: Should be confirmed before arriving at the mountain.

✅ Final Checklist Summary

• Register Online: Yoshida (May 20), Shizuoka (May 9)

• Book Mountain Hut: Secure accommodation early

• Pack Essentials: Warm gear, rainwear, boots, food, lights

• Avoid Peak Dates: Weekdays in early July or September are less crowded

• Prepare Adequately: Ensure you have appropriate gear and are in good physical condition

🔗 Ready to Book?

Secure your spot for the 2025 climbing season:

👉 Book Your Mount Fuji Experience Now