7th Station Tomoe-Kan — Local services in Fujiyoshida

This is a reasonably good place to spend a few hours before start hiking to the top. Some staff members can speak in English also. Their service is very good. 4 persons can sleep in one room and they provide dinner (Curry rice) after 5 pm. You can sleep here until 11 pm and then start the hike. They also have good toilet facilities. From station 5 to station 7 it takes around 1.5 to 2 hours depending on your phase. The initial part of the hike is not that difficult. From station 7 to the summit, generally it takes 4 to 5 hours. But, on crowded days it can go up to...

Pfft. The people there are super unhelpful. While climbing in a strong rainstorm, they refuse to let you inside the shelter unless you buy something from them first. And even if you buy something, they’ll only let you stay for 15 minutes. Very different from all the other places I’ve climbed. Ya, Mt Fuji is great and I’m really glad I climbed it but if you want a semi friendly reception from the people there, be prepared to first...

The staff working 7th station are incredible! So are the views. Make sure to check out the sunset before going to sleep. Bring plenty of cash for snacks too because they have Black Thunder and KitKats along with more traditional snacks. The curry dinner is great for mountain food and they provide rolls for breakfast. If you’re planning to hike Fuji and aren’t going up to the 8th station on the first day this is the...