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Mount Fuji

富士山

Japan's highest peak and a UNESCO-designated sacred volcano, accessible to climbers during the official season from July to September.

Updated 2026/07/12
It is worth noting that the mountain climbing season is limited and the access to the summit may be closed due to weather or other factors, also the official climbing route requires some climbing skills and equipment, it is recommended to check the official website for more information before planning your visit.
Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji © 名古屋太郎, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Opening hours
Every day Always open
Admission
Everyone Free
Links
Official website English · Japanese
Access
Awakura, Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka
〒 418-0011How to get there

Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan, with an elevation of 3,776.24 m (12,389 ft) and is located on the border of Shizuoka and Yamanashi prefectures. It is an active stratovolcano that last erupted in 1707-1708. Mount Fuji is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is considered a sacred site in Japan. It is a popular destination for climbing and hiking, with the official climbing season taking place from July to September.

Getting There

Map: Getting to Mount Fuji. Legend: Shinkansen. Labelled stations: Shizuoka, Yokohama, Atami, Mishima, Shin-Yokohama, Odawara.

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