Mount Fuji Climbing 2026: Reservation, Entry Fee and Internet Preparation

Four climbing routes overview: Yoshida, Fujinomiya, Subashiri, Gotemba

Mount Fuji is a mountain shared by Shizuoka and Yamanashi prefectures, with a summit elevation of approximately 3,776 m. The climbing season generally runs from early July to early September, but the opening dates for each route may not be exactly the same; check the official website for the latest opening dates before setting out.

• Yoshida Trail (Yamanashi side): The route starts at Yoshida 5th Station (approximately 2,300 m). It is the most classic and popular route, with the most mountain huts and facilities among the four routes.
• Fujinomiya Trail (Shizuoka side): The route starts at Fujinomiya 5th Station (approximately 2,400 m). It is one of the better‑equipped routes on the Shizuoka side, with a large number of mountain huts.
• Subashiri Trail (Shizuoka side): The route starts at Subashiri 5th Station (approximately 2,000 m). The forested trail offers generous shade, and the descent uses the famous “sunabashiri” sliding descent; it is often used for a day‑trip climb.
• Gotemba Trail (Shizuoka side): The route starts at Gotembaguchi New 5th Station (approximately 1,440 m) — the lowest trailhead and longest climb of the four. It is the most remote and difficult of the four routes, with the fewest facilities along the way.

Reservation system and daily capacity limit

The Yoshida Trail operates on a reservation system; booking is handled through the official Fuji mountain climbing website, without relying on third‑party platforms or agents. Reservations are snapped up as soon as they open, and popular dates sell out quickly, so keep an eye on the official site before finalising your travel dates.

• Yoshida Trail: Advance booking through the official Fuji mountain climbing website is the rule; the Yoshida side has a daily capacity limit of 4,000 people. A small number of same‑day slots are held back each day, so booking ahead is strongly recommended in peak season.
• Shizuoka side routes (Fujinomiya / Subashiri / Gotemba): Before climbing, you must complete advance registration and e‑learning on Shizuoka's “FUJI NAVI” app; only after finishing are you eligible to enter the mountain.
• Specific route limits, which routes require reservations, and when reservations open may be subject to change; refer to the official mountain climbing website for the latest information before departure.

Mountain entry fee: ¥4,000 per person per entry

Climbing Mount Fuji now requires a mountain entry fee of ¥4,000 per person per entry. The fee is charged “per entry”, meaning one payment for each time you go up; if you wish to climb again after a few days, the exact calculation depends on the official rules at that time.

The entry fee covers only the mountain gate; it does not include hut beds or meals. If you plan to stay overnight, you will need to budget separately for these two items.

The amount and collection method may change; before you depart, refer to the official Fuji mountain climbing website for the latest announcement.

Night hiking restrictions and mountain huts

Many people choose to enter the mountains at night, aiming to reach the summit to watch the sunrise. The current rule is: night entry requires a mountain hut reservation — you must already have secured a mountain hut bed before entering at night.

• Day hikers: The entire trip is completed during the day, no mountain hut reservation needed.
• Overnight hikers: Need to book mountain hut beds in advance, and note the check‑in time and room arrangement of that hut.
• Limited mountain hut beds: Popular dates (e.g., weekends, good weather periods) fill up quickly; if you cannot book a bed, consider rescheduling.
• Toilets: Mountain hut toilets are limited, long queues are common; carrying a portable toilet bag for night hiking can help.

Mountain internet preparation: eSIM, offline maps, and power banks

Mobile signal on the mountain is weak, some areas may have no signal at all, so it cannot be relied upon. Therefore, all internet arrangements must be made before entering the mountain; do not expect to sort it out once up there.

• Install eSIM in advance: If you intend to use mobile data, install and activate it before departure, and test it once in the city; specifics and pricing are available on the Japan destination page.
• Download offline maps in advance: When you have signal, download offline maps for the Mount Fuji area, to check routes and mountain hut positions along the way; do not rely on real-time navigation on the mountain.
• Portable toilet bag: Mountain huts have limited toilet facilities and long queues, so carrying a portable toilet bag is useful for walking at night.
• Power: It gets cold at the summit in the early morning, and using a phone flashlight and GPS drains the battery quickly, so bring an extra power bank.

Pre-departure checklist

• Hiking dates: Check the opening periods and reservation times for each route; the Yoshida route requires advance reservation.
• Online learning: For the Shizuoka-side route, you must complete registration and e‑learning on “FUJI NAVI” in advance.
• Mountain huts: When entering the mountains at night, you must secure a mountain hut bed in advance; popular dates fill up quickly.
• Entry fee: Budget is 4,000 yen per person per trip, excluding mountain hut accommodation.
• Internet: Install and test your eSIM, download offline maps, and bring your power bank and charger.
• Final check: The daily capacity, entry fee, and reservation rules are subject to the latest announcement on the official Mount Fuji climbing website before departure; you can refer to the pre-trip SIM checklist for the mobile and SIM check process before departure.