What is Mt. Fuji 5th Station?
The Fujinomiya 5th Station (富士宮五合目, Fujinōmiya 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.
How do I get to Mt. Fuji from Shinkansen?
From the train Mount Fuji can be seen from the Tokaido Shinkansen between Tokyo and Osaka. When coming from Tokyo, the mountain appears on the right side of the train and is best viewed around Shin-Fuji Station, about 40-45 minutes into the journey.
How long does it take to climb Mt. Fuji from 5th Station?
about 4~7 hours
The climbing distance from the 5th station to the summit is approximately 5.0km, and the same trail is used for both ascending and descending. The average time required for ascent is about 4~7 hours and 2~3 hours for descent excluding the time for rest. The official climbing season of Mt. Fuji is in July and August.
Does the bullet train stop at Mount Fuji?
The bullet train doesn’t take you to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, but it will take you to a nearby area with some of the best views of the mountain. Using your JR pass (Japan Rail pass), board the Tokaido Shinkansen train in Tokyo and travel to Odawara Station.
How high up is the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji?
2300 meters above
At 2300 meters above sea level, the Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station offers a commanding view of the Fuji Five Lakes area below, making it a popular spot even for those who are not intent on climbing the mountain.
Where should I sit to see Mt. Fuji shinkansen?
Reserve the Mt. Fuji is located on the right side and travelling to Tokyo, it’s visible on the left side. For the best view, always reserve the E seat (if you are a group of two, you should book D & E).
How do I get to Mt. Fuji by train?
Reaching Mount Fuji from Tokyo is straightforward, most easily done via Shinjuku Station. Running on the Fujikyu Railway Line, the Limited Express Fuji Excursion runs direct from Shinjuku to stations including Otsuki, Mt Fuji and Kawaguchiko – taking around 115 minutes / JPY4130 to make the journey.
Can a beginner climb Mt. Fuji?
I reassured her that Mount Fuji is known to be a beginner-friendly mountain and that out of the four possible trails–Yoshida trail, Subashiri trail, Gotemba trail and Fujinomiya trail–we had specifically chosen the “easiest” Yoshida trail.
Which trail is easiest for Mt. Fuji?
The Yoshida trail is relatively the easiest route to ascend Mt. Fuji and also has the most facilities, located about every hour to ninety minutes apart. These include first-aid centers and doctors at the 5th, 7th and 8th stations, vending machines and mountain huts.
Where should I sit to see Mt. Fuji Shinkansen?
Where is Mt. Fuji 5th Station?
The Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station (富士スバルライン五合目, Fuji Subaru Line Gogōme, also known as Yoshidaguchi 5th Station or Kawaguchiko 5th Station) lies at approximately the halfway point of the Yoshida Trail, which leads from Fujiyoshida Sengen Shrine at the mountain’s base to the summit of Mount Fuji.
Which is the best trail for Mt. Fuji?
Which trail on Mount Fuji is the best? All the trails up Mount Fuji have their pros and cons, but we recommend the Yoshida Trail, which is the most popular for good reason. If you’re coming from Tokyo, the Yoshida Trail is the most accessible, and faces the sunrise, making it perfect for overnight hikes.
Can you get on and off Shinkansen?
With this ticket you can travel freely for a designated period of time (7, 14 or 21 days) on all Shinkansen (except Nozomi) and JR trains. You can make reservations free of charge with this pass, making it also easy to hop on and off the train as you please.
How much is a bullet train from Tokyo to Mt Fuji?
A one-way ticket costs 2,250 yen (unreserved seat), 2,970 yen (reserved seat), or free for JR Pass holders. Then, at Kawaguchiko Station, you need to transfer to the Fujikyu Railway Line bound for Kawaguchiko Station.
Can beginners hike Mt. Fuji?
Where should I sit to see Mt Fuji Shinkansen?
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