John Barnes
Climb Mount Fuji by the "Yoshida Guchi"
The "Yoshida Guchi" path is the longest climbing trail on Mount Fuji, with most services provided in the mountain huts. At the peak of the summer climbing season (which is August 1-17), the number of climbers on this path can average more than 3500 people per day. The official Climbing Season is July 1st to August 27th. Climbing in the off season is very dangerous. Even experienced climbers die each year. Start your day in Tokyo, taking the first bus from the Shinjuku Keio Bus Staion. Buses leave every hour starting at 7:10 a.m. When you get to the Kawaguchiko station, take a local bus to Sengen Jinga Shrine.
That's where the route begins. It's the traditional route for climbing Mount Fuji, and in the old days it was used by pilgrims.
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