Fujinomiya 5th Station (Fujinomiya Trail)
The Fujinomiya 5th Station (富士宮五合目, Fujinomiya Gogōme) is the second most popular and second most developed of the four 5th stations on Mount Fuji. It is the easiest to access by public transportation from western Japan and is served by direct buses from Shin-Fuji and Mishima stations along the JR Tokaido Shinkansen.
The windy road to the 5th station, called the Fujisan Skyline, used to be a toll road, but it is now free to use. However, the road is closed to private vehicles during the official climbing season (July 10 to September 10) when shuttle buses instead operate to a designated parking lot further down the mountain and train stations. The road is also closed during winter from late November to late April.
Besides a lot of parking spaces, the Fujinomiya 5th Station offers a shop, restaurant and toilets. As with the shops found at the other 5th stations, this is the last chance for climbers to get food, water, oxygen and other supplies at reasonable prices before the costs skyrocket at higher elevations.
At 2400 meters above sea level, the Fujinomiya 5th Station is the highest of the 5th stations, and the Fujinomiya Trail is the shortest route up Mount Fuji. The ascent takes 4-7 hours, while the descent takes 2-6 hours. There are about half a dozen mountain huts along the way. The Fujinomiya Trail is the only route that is not split into separate ascending and descending trails, which can result in congestions on busy days during the climbing season. Note also that the trail does not offer views of the sunrise before reaching the summit.
Besides the trail to the summit, Fujinomiya 5th Station offers a shorter hiking trail to Hoeizan, a nearby secondary peak with a crater on the southeastern slope of Mount Fuji. Hoeizan was formed in 1707 and 1708 during the Hoei Era of the Edo Period, when Mount Fuji last erupted.
The trail to Hoeizan branches off the Fujinomiya Trail at the 6th station, and it takes about 30 minutes to reach the crater rim from where nice views of Hoeizan's crater and peak can be enjoyed. Hikers can then return to the 5th station via a circular route or continue for another 30-60 minutes through the crater and up to the peak of Hoeizan on the crater's opposite side.
From its 2693 meter high peak, Hoeizan offers an unobstructed, panoramic view down to the Pacific Ocean and as far away as Tokyo on a clear day. The return trip down into the crater includes a short "sand run" similar to the Osunabashiri of the Gotemba Trail and is considerably faster than the ascent.
Getting there and around
By bus from Shin-Fuji Station (summer only)
During the climbing season, buses operate between Shin-Fuji Station and the Fujinomiya 5th Station, making a stop at Fujinomiya Station along the way (see timetable). From Shin-Fuji Station, the one way trip to the 5th station takes around two hours and costs 2740 yen, while a round trip ticket is available for 4000 yen. Seat reservations are not possible. Shin-Fuji Station is served only by Kodama trains along the Tokaido Shinkansen, which connects Tokyo with Osaka. The shinkansen ride from Tokyo takes an hour and costs around 5500 yen one way.
By bus from Mishima Station (summer only)
During the climbing season, buses connect the 5th Station to Mishima Station (see timetable) along the Tokaido Shinkansen (40-50 minutes, 4000-4500 yen from Tokyo by Kodama or Hikari). The bus ride takes about 90 minutes and costs 3500 yen one way. Online seat reservations are required in the direction of the 5th Station, but cannot be made in the direction of Mishima Station (when buses are boarded on a first-come first-serve basis).
By car
The windy, toll-free road to the Fujinomiya 5th Station is closed to private vehicles during the climbing season (July 10 to September 10) and during winter, typically from late November to late April. During the rest of the year, the 5th station can be reached by car.
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Hotels around Mount Fuji
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TaiheikanTaiheikan features mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Fujikawaguchiko, 2 km from Lake Kawaguchi. This 3-star ryokan offers a spa experience, with its hot spring bath and public bath. The accommodation provides free shuttle service and luggage storage space for guests. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a tatami, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a shared bathroom with a bidet. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and linens for a supplement. The units are equipped with heating facilities. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near the ryokan include Lake Kawaguchi Ohashi Bridge, Mount Kachi Kachi Ropeway and Fujiomuro Sengen Shrine. Shizuoka Airport is 122 km away.View on Booking.com -
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HOSTEL MICHIKUSA-YASet in Fujikawaguchiko, less than 1 km from Lake Kawaguchi, HOSTEL MICHIKUSA-YA offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The 3-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with a shared bathroom and free WiFi. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, free shuttle service and luggage storage for guests. Fuji-Q Highland is 4.6 km from the hostel, while Mount Fuji is 25 km away. Shizuoka Airport is 121 km from the property.View on Booking.com -
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Fuji Guest House AoLocated in Fujikawaguchiko, 1.7 km from Fuji-Q Highland, Fuji Guest House Ao provides accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking and a terrace. With free bikes, the 1-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is set 3 km from Lake Kawaguchi. Mount Fuji is 22 km from the hostel, while Mount Kachi Kachi Ropeway is 1.8 km away. Shizuoka Airport is 122 km from the property.View on Booking.com -
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Kawaguchiko Lakeside HotelLocated just a minute's walk from Kawaguchiko Lake, Kawaguchiko Lakeside Hotel offers accommodation in Fujikawaguchiko, near Kawaguchiko Ohashi Bridge. Free WiFi is available throughout the entire property. The hotel is a minutes' walk away from the shores of Kawaguchiko and Kawaguchiko Herbkan. The hotel offers shuttle service from Kawaguchiko Station, which takes 5-minutes to the hotel. Fuji-Q Highland is a 10-minute drive away, while Fujimuro-sengen Shrine is a 15-minute drive away. Mt. Fuji 5th Station is an hour bus ride from Kawaguchiko Station. All rooms come with a flat-screen TV. For your comfort, you will find slippers and a hair dryer. There is free shuttle service at the property. Oike Park is a 2-minute walk away, while Yamanashi Gem Museum is a 4-minute walk from Lakeside Hotel Kawaguchiko.View on Booking.com -
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Fujikawaguchiko Onsen KonansoFeaturing great views of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi, Konanso boasts natural hot spring baths and large Japanese-style rooms with traditional tatami (woven-straw) flooring. It is only a 2-minute walk from a ferry stop, where guests can board sightseeing cruises. Free WiFi is offered in all areas. Konanso offers indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, a private-use bath (charges apply), and a foot bath on the rooftop. Relaxing massage services can be arranged. Other facilities include karaoke rooms and a lounge bar. A souvenir shop can be found on the ground floor. Guest rooms at Konanso are fitted with futon bedding, a seating area and a flat-screen TV. A Fridge and an electric kettle are also provided. Guests can try on Yukata robes or enjoy free green tea in their room. Some rooms feature an open-air hot spring bath. The property is a 10-minute drive from Kawaguchiko Train Station. A free pick-up service from the station is available upon request. Mount Fuji 5th Station for climbing is a 1-hour bus ride from Kawaguchiko Station. Popular Fuji-Q Highland Amusement Park is a 5-minute drive away, while Gotemba Outlet Shopping Mall can be reached within a 40-minute drive. Seasonal Japanese multi-course meals are served either in a private dining room or in the guestroom. Breakfast can be enjoyed at the dining room.View on Booking.com -
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Hotel AsafujiBoasting views of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi for all rooms and hot-spring baths, Hotel Asafuji provides air-conditioned Japanese-style rooms with a green tea set. Free WiFi available throughout the hotel and free on-site parking is available. Free pick-up service is available from Kawaguchiko Station upon request. The air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Asafuji have Shoji paper screens and a low table with floor chairs and cushions. Each room includes a fridge, private toilet, and guests bathe at the hot-spring baths. Japanese-style futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor is provided. Yukata robes are offered for guests. Massages are available, and the reception can store luggage. The public hot-spring baths are open from 06:00-09:30 and from 15:00-23:30 daily. A Japanese set breakfast and kaiseki multi-course dinner are available at the on-site restaurant for an extra fee with an advance reservation. Kawaguchiko Station is a 10-minute drive, while Kawaguchiko Ropeway and Lake Kawaguchi's boat dock is a 3-minute drive away from the hotel. Kawaguchiko Music Forest and Kawaguchiko Museum Of Art is a 7-minute drive. Oishi Parkand is a 10-minute drive away, while Fuji-Q Highland amusement park is a 15-minute drive away.View on Booking.com -
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Mizno HotelOffering beautiful Mount Fuji views from all rooms, public baths, and restaurants, Mizno Hotel is a 5-minute drive from Kawaguchiko Train Station. Located on a hilltop and overlooking Lake Kawaguchi, the hotel serves French dinner with an advance reservation. Guests at Mizno Hotel can sleep in Western-style beds, or experience traditional futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor in one of the Japanese-style rooms. All rooms are air-conditioned and have an LCD TV and Yukata robes. The shore of Lake Kawaguchi is a 2-minute walk. Fuji-Q Highland amusement park and Fuji-Omuro Sengen Shrine are less than a 15-minute drive from the hotel. On-site parking is free, and free pick-up from Kawaguchiko Station is offered from 14:00-18:00. Mount Fuji 5th Station for climbing is a 1-hour bus ride from Kawaguchiko Station. Guests can relax in the sauna or in the private open-air bath. The hotel has English-speaking staff. The bar, which also has a library, offers a variety of drinks. The sophisticated atmosphere is popular with couples.View on Booking.com -
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Guesthouse HonobonoRenovated in September 2018, Guesthouseほのぼの offers an accommodation with free WiFi in Fujikawaguchiko, 1.3 km from Lake Kawaguchi. Free private parking is available on site on a first-come, first-serve basis as well as prior reservation. Free shuttle service is available upon prior request from the property to Kawaguchiko Station. There is a shared kitchen and lounge at the property. Guests can make some coffee and tea free of charge. Bath amenities including towels, toiletries and toothbrushes are available at the front desk for a fee. Mount Fuji is 16 km from Guesthouseほのぼの, while Shimobe Hot Spring is 26 km away.View on Booking.com -
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Hananoyado YumefujiSituated in Fujikawaguchiko, 2.9 km from Lake Kawaguchi, Hananoyado Yumefuji features each room with a private garden with a terrace. Kawaguchiko Station is just a 5-minute walk away from the villa. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. At the hotel, all air-conditioned rooms are fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom including free amenities. All rooms also boast a kitchenette with a fridge. Breakfast is served as morning basket (bento) daily at the property. A variety of popular activities are available in the area around the property, including skiing, cycling and hiking. Free public parking is available. On-site concierge service is available. Lake Kawaguchi Ohashi Bridge is 1.8 km from the accommodation. Fujikyu Highland is 1.17 km away.View on Booking.com -
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JINYA FujikawaguchikoLocated within 2.8 km of Fuji-Q Highland and 3 km of Lake Kawaguchi, JINYA Fujikawaguchiko provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Fujikawaguchiko. The property is around 1.2 km from Mount Kachi Kachi Ropeway, 1.8 km from Lake Kawaguchi Ohashi Bridge and 2.6 km from Fujiomuro Sengen Shrine. The property is non-smoking and is situated 23 km from Mount Fuji. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at JINYA Fujikawaguchiko also provide guests with free WiFi. All units will provide guests with a fridge. Oshijuutaku Togawa and Osano’s House is 4.5 km from the accommodation, while Kawaguchi Asama Shrine is 4.7 km away. Shizuoka Airport is 121 km from the property.View on Booking.com
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Experiences around Mount Fuji
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