Hiking the Historic Houei-zan Crater: Mt. Fuji’s Volcanic Journey
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Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Looking for a unique and easy adventure near Mt. Fuji? Mt. Houei is the perfect choice. Created by the great eruption of 1707, it is Mt. Fuji’s newest and largest crater, where visitors can walk along the rim of a real volcano. The trail begins at Fujinomiya Fifth Station and takes about one hour, making it suitable for beginners, families, and anyone curious about volcanic hiking—no special equipment required.
At nearly 2,700 meters above sea level, the views are breathtaking. You can admire Mt. Fuji’s iconic summit, look down into the dramatic Houei Crater, and on clear days, see as far as Suruga Bay and the Pacific Ocean. The striking red and black volcanic rocks and ash-covered slopes ...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Basic insurance
Entrance fee
After the activity, we will drop you off at either Shin-Fuji Station, Mishima Station, or Gotemba Station. We will ask for your preference on the day of the activity.
English-speaking guide
Please bring your own trail food and water, or you can buy some at a convenience store along the way.
We will have lunch at the summit of Mt. Hoei. Please bring your own lunch, or you can buy it at a convenience store along the way.
Please come to the Mt. Fuji Exit of Gotemba Station. The guide wearing a red rain jacket will be waiting for you.
Gotemba Station is convenient not only for participants coming from Lake Kawaguchiko and Hakone, but also for those heading there since the busses stop there.
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Hiking the Historic Houei-zan Crater: Mt. Fuji’s Volcanic Journey
(1) Reviews
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About
Looking for a unique and easy adventure near Mt. Fuji? Mt. Houei is the perfect choice. Created by the great eruption of 1707, it is Mt. Fuji’s newest and largest crater, where visitors can walk along the rim of a real volcano. The trail begins at Fujinomiya Fifth Station and takes about one hour, making it suitable for beginners, families, and anyone curious about volcanic hiking—no special equipment required.
At nearly 2,700 meters above sea level, the views are breathtaking. You can admire Mt. Fuji’s iconic summit, look down into the dramatic Houei Crater, and on clear days, see as far as Suruga Bay and the Pacific Ocean. The striking red and black volcanic rocks and ash-covered slopes ...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Basic insurance
Entrance fee
After the activity, we will drop you off at either Shin-Fuji Station, Mishima Station, or Gotemba Station. We will ask for your preference on the day of the activity.
English-speaking guide
Please bring your own trail food and water, or you can buy some at a convenience store along the way.
We will have lunch at the summit of Mt. Hoei. Please bring your own lunch, or you can buy it at a convenience store along the way.
Please come to the Mt. Fuji Exit of Gotemba Station. The guide wearing a red rain jacket will be waiting for you.
Gotemba Station is convenient not only for participants coming from Lake Kawaguchiko and Hakone, but also for those heading there since the busses stop there.
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Itinerary
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Mizugatsuka Park
You will transfer to a taxi or a shuttle bus from here.
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富士宮口五合目
This is the entrance to the Mount Houei-zan. We will begin hiking from here.
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Hoei Sanso - 6th Station
This is the mountain lodge on the way to Mount Houei-zan. We will take a rest here
10 minutes
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Hoeizan
If you climb to the summit, you can see the magnificent view of Mount Fuji up close and strongly feel the grandeur of nature. On the opposite side, you can also enjoy a panoramic view of Suruga Bay.
The "Sand Run" is a unique way of descending Mt. Fuji, where hikers can run down a slope covered with volcanic ash and sand.
3 hours
5
Gotemba Trail Shingogome
Thank you for your hard work. It is also possible to buy souvenirs.
After the activity, we will drop you off at either Shin-Fuji Station, Mishima Station, or Gotemba Station. We will ask for your preference on the day of the activity.
