Subashiri 5th Station (Subashiri Trail)
Subashiri 5th Station (須走五合目, Subashiri Gogōme) is one of four 5th stations, located halfway up the slopes of Mount Fuji. It is served by buses during the climbing season.
Like the Gotemba 5th Station, the Subashiri 5th Station is far less developed than the Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station, consisting of only a parking lot, toilets and two small shops and restaurants. Coin lockers are not available. The 5th station is reached by a winding road through Mount Fuji's forests, which gets closed to private vehicles during the climbing season (July 1 to September 10, 2026) when there are shuttle buses between a parking lot at the base of the mountain and the 5th station. The road also gets closed during winter, usually from late November to late April.
The first section of the Subashiri Trail is below the treeline and leads through forest. The trail is not as crowded as other routes up the mountain until it joins up with the Yoshida Trail around the 8th station, from where it can get very crowded on busy days. The ascent from the Subashiri 5th Station takes about 5-8 hours and the descent about 3-5 hours. Note that with an altitude of 1950 meters above sea level, the Subashiri 5th Station is a few hundred meters lower than the Fuji Subaru Line and Fujinomiya 5th stations.
Besides the trail to the summit of Mount Fuji, the Subashiri 5th Station offers an alternate, much shorter hiking trail to a small peak called Kofuji ("Little Fuji"). Kofuji is a 1979 meter high secondary peak that formed on the side of Mount Fuji sometime before recorded history. It can be reached in a 20 minute walk from the 5th station along a nature trail through the forest.
Getting there and around
By bus from Gotemba Station
Buses operate between Gotemba Station and the Subashiri 5th Station every hour during the climbing season (see timetable), but there is no service outside the climbing season. The ride takes about 60 minutes and costs 1780 yen one way, while round trip tickets are available for 2500 yen. Seat reservations are not possible.
How to get from Tokyo to Gotemba
Take the JR Tokaido Line from Tokyo to Kozu (75 minutes, frequent departures) and change to the JR Gotemba Line to Gotemba (50 minutes, 1-2 trains per hour). The entire journey costs 2050 yen and is fully covered by the Japan Rail Pass.
Alternatively, take the Odakyu Railway from Shinjuku to Shin-Matsuda Station (80 minutes, 800 yen by express train, frequent departures), walk to JR Matsuda Station and take the JR Gotemba Line to Gotemba (30 minutes, 510 yen, 1-2 trains per hour). The Japan Rail Pass is valid on trains between Matsuda and Gotemba, but not between Shinjuku and Shin-Matsuda.
Additionally, there are a few "Mount Fuji" limited express trains, which operate directly between Shinjuku and Gotemba Station. The one way trip takes about 100 minutes and costs around 3000 yen. Japan Rail Pass holders will have to pay a supplement for this train as it partially runs on non-JR tracks.
How to get from Osaka, Kyoto and Nagoya to Gotemba
Take a Hikari train along the JR Tokaido Shinkansen to Mishima Station and backtrack one stop to Numazu Station along the JR Tokaido Main Line. There change to the JR Gotemba Line to Gotemba Station. The trip is fully covered by the Japan Rail Pass. Note that only one out of four Hikari trains stops at Mishima Station.
By car
The windy, toll-free road to the Subashiri 5th Station is closed to private vehicles during the climbing season (July 1 to September 10, 2026) 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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TaiheikanView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
Taiheikan in Fujikawaguchiko offers adults-only rooms with air-conditioning, bidet, mountain views, yukata, tatami floors, refrigerator, free toiletries, TV, dining area, and electric kettle.Relaxing Facilities
Guests can enjoy a hot spring bath and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a public bath, shuttle service, luggage storage, and free on-site private parking.Prime Location
Located 2 km from Lake Kawaguchi, 122 km from Shizuoka Airport, and near attractions such as Mount Kachi Kachi Ropeway (1.6 km) and Fuji-Q Highland (3.8 km). The surrounding area features a hot spring area.Guest Satisfaction
Highly rated for its attentive staff, scenic location, and breakfast provided by the property. -
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Fufu KawaguchikoView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodations
Fufu Kawaguchiko in Fujikawaguchiko offers rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, balconies, and garden or mountain views. Each room includes a bathrobe, tea and coffee maker, and free WiFi.Relaxing Facilities
Guests can enjoy a hot spring bath, sauna, open-air bath, and sun terrace. Additional amenities include a lounge, public bath, outdoor fireplace, and free on-site private parking.Dining Experience
The hotel serves Japanese cuisine at its restaurant and bar. Breakfast is provided by the property, and menus cater to special diets.Prime Location
Located 124 km from Tokyo Haneda Airport, the hotel is near Kawaguchi Asama Shrine (1.8 km) and Lake Kawaguchi (4.3 km). Mount Fuji is 28 km away. The surrounding area features a hot spring area. -
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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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Minshuku IwakiView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodation
Minshuku Iwaki in Fujikawaguchiko offers family rooms with tatami floors and TVs. Guests enjoy free WiFi and a serene garden.Essential Facilities
The guest house provides free on-site private parking, shared bathrooms, and lake and mountain views.Local Attractions
Located 1 km from Lake Kawaguchi, 1.7 km from Lake Kawaguchi Ohashi Bridge, and 24 km from Mount Fuji. Nearby attractions include Fuji-Q Highland and Mount Kachi Kachi Ropeway.Guest Satisfaction
Highly rated for its friendly host, scenic location, and excellent service support. -
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HOSHIFULL DOME FUJIView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodation
HOSHIFULL DOME FUJI in Fujikawaguchiko offers a 2-star luxury tent experience with a garden and terrace. Guests enjoy free WiFi, air-conditioning, and garden views.Convenient Facilities
The property features private check-in and check-out, a shared kitchen, minimarket, outdoor play area, badminton equipment hire, family rooms, barbecue facilities, and luggage storage.Delicious Breakfast
A complimentary American breakfast is served with juice, cheese, and fruits.Nearby Attractions
Fuji-Q Highland is 3.2 km away, Lake Kawaguchi 5 km, Mount Fuji 21 km, and Shizuoka Airport 122 km from the property. Guests appreciate the attentive staff and room cleanliness. -
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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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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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Fuji Guest House AoView on Booking.comComfortable Accommodation
Fuji Guest House Ao in Fujikawaguchiko offers a 1-star hostel experience with free WiFi, air-conditioning, and a terrace. Shared bathrooms and tatami floors enhance the stay.Convenient Facilities
Guests can enjoy free bicycles, a lounge, and luggage storage. Paid off-site private parking is available, along with mountain views and a relaxing atmosphere.Local Attractions
Fuji-Q Highland is 1.7 km away, Mount Kachi Kachi Ropeway 1.8 km, and Lake Kawaguchi 3 km from the property. Mount Fuji is 22 km distant, with other attractions within 5 km.Accessibility
Shizuoka Airport is 122 km from the hostel. Nearby hot springs provide additional relaxation options.
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