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.
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.
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.
Cash
About 20,000 ~ 30,000 JPY for accommodation fee, meals & using of restrooms. No credit card can be used in the mountain.
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.
Head lamp
For climbing in the dark and going to washroom at night.
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.
Strongly recommend to bring
Gloves
Gloves keep the hands warm in the night time and provide protection for scrambling.
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.
Socks & Base layer
Socks and base layer which are made by either wool or synthetic, avoid to wear any cotton products.
Hat
Wear a hat to prevent sunstroke. You will also need a strap to prevent it from being blown away by the wind.
Snacks
You can buy some kinds of snacks in the mountain.
Sunglasses
Protect your eyes from strong ultraviolet rays and sand dust.
Pack Cover
Most backpacks are not waterproof.
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.
Sunscreen
Protect your skin.
Earplug
You can buy at the hut. It is good idea to prepare for snoring.
Mask
Sand and dust protection on the way down the mountain.
