What should I bring for Mt.Fuji climbing?

What are you going to pack?

The below list is a suggestion of what you should bring to Mt. Fuji. Get some idea for perfect preparation!

What you must bring

Backpack

25-35 Liters simple backpack which can stuff everything below is recommended.

Hip-belt provide support and reduce stress on your shoulder.

Rain Jacket, Pants & Rain gaiters

Remember you will climb high alpine peak in subtropical climate zone. The weather can change rapidly without warming.

You will need good water and wind resistant like Gore-tex jacket with hood. Pants are absolutely must-have item. There is no drying room at the lodge.

Shoes

There are variable weather condition and terrain situation, dirt area, rocky area etc.

Waterproof ankle supporting shoes would resist small rocks coming into shoes and keep them comfortable. Sneakers are not recommended.

Head lamp

For climbing in the dark and going to washroom at night.

Warm clothes

Average daytime temperature at the summit in August is around 6 deg C, [42.8 deg F], around 0 deg C, [32 deg F.] at night time. You need to have lightweight synthetic jacket or fleece.

Water bottle

You can buy water in the mountain but price are little bit inflated.

you will need 2-3liter of water for 2days of climbing. We recommend to have 0.5~1 liter. When you drink them all, you can refill bottle .Money is lighter than water.

Cash

About 20,000 ~ 30,000 JPY for accommodation fee, meals & using of restrooms. No credit card can be used in the mountain.

Strongly recommend to bring

Gloves

Gloves keep the hands warm in the night time and provide protection for scrambling.

Pack Cover

Most backpacks are not waterproof.

Trekking Poles

Trekking poles provide good stability and reduces stress on the knees and back, especially when descending. Wooden poles that you can buy at 5th station for the stamp are good for souvenir, but they are not good for climbing.

Helmet

Mountain climbing helmets can help protect you from falling rocks and falls. It also helps protect you from cinder blocks in the event of an eruption. Helmets are recommended by the government, but are not mandatory.

Socks & Base layer

Socks and base layer which are made by either wool or synthetic, avoid to wear any cotton products.

Sunscreen

Protect your skin.

Hat

Wear a hat to prevent sunstroke. You will also need a strap to prevent it from being blown away by the wind.

Earplug

You can buy at the hut. It is good idea to prepare for snoring.

Snacks

You can buy some kinds of snacks in the mountain.

Mask

Sand and dust protection on the way down the mountain.

Sunglasses

Protect your eyes from strong ultraviolet rays and sand dust.