Walk the Ancient Pilgrim Paths of Mt. Fuji – Private Tour
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
【This tour is available only for the clients who are coming to Kawaguchiko area themselves or already staying in the area 】
Escape the crowds and experience the peaceful side of Mt. Fuji!
At 2,305m (7,500ft), the 5th Station offers stunning views and clean mountain air—perfect for a relaxing walk. On this tour, we’ll hike a 2.5 km (1.6 mile) section of the historic Ochudo Trail, once used by pilgrims on spiritual journeys.
The path is mostly flat with gentle slopes, making it suitable for all ages and fitness levels. A certified local mountain guide who speaks English will share stories about Mt.Fuji’s unique nature, culture and sacred past.
After the hike, enjoy an authentic Japanese lunch at a mountain hut. (Please bring some cash for the meal.)
This tour is available from May to December, and we provide free rental gear so even outdoor beginners or travelers without hiking equipment can join!
Take your time, walk slowly and let Mt.Fuji’s quiet beauty leave a lasting impression.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
最小遂行人数は2名からとさせていただきます
What To Expect
Lake Kawaguchiko
You can enjoy the best combination of Lake Kawaguchiko and Mt.Fuji on sunnydays.
Mt. Fuji 5th Station
This is the entrance for peoplo who climb up Mt.Fuji. It is the most popular of the four 5th stations on Mount Fuji and the best developed station. There is Komitake shrine which is an ancient shrine built more than 1,000 years ago. Let's start the tour after praying for the goddess of Mt.Fuji!
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Walk the Ancient Pilgrim Paths of Mt. Fuji – Private Tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Free rental equipment 【Hiking shoes and Rain wears(They are mainly for adults),Trekking sticks】
We're going to have a lunch break at Okuniwaso which is one of the mountain huts on the 5th station.Lunch menus are only Japanese food and not vegetarian friendly.It will cost 1,000～3,000 yen/person.
Insurance
The toll fee(2800 yen)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing time!
Simon L,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time with Yuki! He showed us some really amazing spots and views, and he was very knowledgeable of the whole area. Really fun, great conversations too. Would recommend to anyone visiting the area
Wonderful easy hike on Mt Fuji
G6173ZGsusanc,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So glad I signed up with Yuki to be my guide on this easy hike on Mt Fuji. He is very personable and speaks english well. My hike on the 5th Staion trail was a combination nature hike and forest bathing. Beautiful! I highly recommend this pilgrim walk with Yuki as a guide.
Beautiful Mount Fuji with a great Guide
479kerrie,Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yuki was an excellent Guide. We were fortunate to be able to actually do this walk from the Fifth Station in perfect weather. The lunch at the mountain restaurant was absolutely delicious (we paid for that). All in all, it was a really worthwhile 5 hours spent in beautiful surroundings with a companiable Guide.
Best Guide for Mt.Fuji
Hitesh P,Jul 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We spent the day with Yuki!! It was an absolutely incredible day and Yuki has a beautiful way of telling the stories of Mt.Fuji. He does a great job explaining the history of the mountain and the historical periods that led to the region as it is today. Despite all the questions that we had, he was patient and answered them all. His climbing and hiking experience is clear and he was 100% committed to us while on the tour. I would highly recommend Yuki to anybody wanting an experienced guide for Mt Fuji!!!
Fantastic!
mollymN2857SK,Dec 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trail was amazing. Not too strenuous. Yuki was an amazing tour guide with lots of interesting facts and materials to help us learn about the history of Mt. Fuji. I highly recommend booking with Yuki. His kindness and knowledge are unmatched!
The best Mt. Fuji experience!!!
Fearless60474543955,Nov 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a loo tour, where I could fully enjoy Mt. Fuji without climbing to the top! My guide Yuki guided me through the history and plants of Mt. From the fifth station, I could see the summit up close and was simply overwhelmed by the majesty of Mt. I also got to see the Five Lakes of Fuji and the Sea of Clouds below, which gave me a wonderful view that I would never see in my daily life. Yuki's guided tour, full of humor in Kansai dialect, is super recommended!!!
Great tour
LoveTravel615889,Oct 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour and hike, Yuki is very helpful and knowledgeable! The scenery was great and I highly recommend this tour!!
Pleasant experiance
Doron S,Sep 26, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Guide was very nice and knowledgeable. Was fun and enjoyable experience with him. Lot's of cultural exchange, easy to converse with and with the weather was able to come up with alternative solutions for the itinerary.
Great experience!
mathiasdS172CH,Sep 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really amazing trip in the most beautiful Japanese surroundings. We had the opportunity to take a lot of photos and our incredibly cute and place-known guide made the experience perfect. Our guide Yuki was both well English speaking and well known to the locals, which among other things allowed us to experience a sweet authentic dining place on the mountain without other tourists. The tour can clearly be recommended also for people who do not walk normally. 10/10.
Mt. Fuji with Yuki is Amazing
Erica C,Sep 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Yuki has an amazing spirit. Mt. Fuji is truly his happy place and he shares all his knowledge and chi with you. He paces the tour for you. Yuki speaks excellent English. Bottom line BOOK THIS TOUR!
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