Higashi Fuji Sanso Hut

Located at the Mt. Fuji Subashiri Trailhead (aka 5th Station)

HIGASHI FUJI SANSO (HFS) MOUNTAIN HUT
東富士山荘

2,000m / 6,561ft

Higashi Fuji Sanso is located at 2,000m at the trailhead for the Subashiri Trail (aka Subashiri 5th station). This mountain hut is located at the top of the road which is used to access the Mt. Fuji Subashiri Trail--all climbers of Mt. Fuji on the Subashiri trail will go past this hut. Short day hikes are also available from the Higashi Fuji Sanso; whether you're interested in climbing to the summit of Mt. Fuji, or just wanting to get away from the city for a breath of fresh air, Higashi Fuji Sanso offers various options in experiencing Mt. Fuji's nature and a traditional Japanese hut stay.

This hut offers the best food on Mt. Fuji, so if food is a priority to you, you're in for a real treat!

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Pricing & Reservation Details

Full payment in advance is required to secure mountain hut reservation. See prices below.

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Dormitory Style / Price Per Person

	With Dinner and Breakfast	With Dinner Only	Lodging Only
Nightly Rate	¥16,200	¥14,300	¥12,400

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Cancellation policy

No Show/Cancel Day Of	100%
1 Day Notice	80%
2-9 Day Notice	50%
10-20 Day Notice	30%
21+ Days	5%

Terms and Conditions

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Overview
Facilities
Food
Climbing Logistics
FAQ

Check In/Out

Check in: Between 3-7pm
Dinner is served from 6-8pm
Lights out is at 9pm
Proper breakfast is served from 4:30am (rice balls for earlier departures available if requested the night before)
Check out by 8:00am

Note: that once you have checked out, you are not permitted to re-enter the sleeping quarters. However, you can enter the lobby/restaurant area.

Regarding Mt. Fuji Mountain Huts

Mountain huts on Mt. Fuji were originally built as emergency shelters and exist to this day as shelters from harsh mountain conditions. All huts offer simple dorm style accommodation. Because the mission of the huts is to provide safety and shelter to as many hikers as possible, it is not possible to pay for extra space. The huts provide the essential shelter and food you need to reach Mt. Fuji's summit.

It is important to note that huts on Mt. Fuji, including Higashi Fuji Sanso, do not provide a heated dry room for drying out wet gear. Be sure to climb with spare, dry clothes kept in dry bags so you will have a change of clothes in the event you show up at the mountain hut in wet weather.

House Rules

Huts on Mt.Fuji are a unique cultural experience. Here are a few tips for a smooth trip.

Arrive by 6pm to ensure your dinner does not go to waste!

Pay careful attention to where you should take off your shoes.

There are NO dry rooms. If you have items that get wet in the rain, you will be given a plastic bag to put them in.

There are NO trash cans. All personal trash must be packed out and disposed of off the mountain. The hut will take trash for items which you purchase at the hut. Ie if you buy bottled water, they will take the empty water bottle when you're finished.

Sleeping Quarters

Futon with sleeping bags and pillows are provided by the mountain hut.
The sleeping quarters have bunk beds with single-size futon
There is a bathroom indoors at the same level as the sleeping area
Multiple climbing parties will sleep in the same room. We recommend bringing ear plugs!

Hut Facilities

Western style toilets.
Dinner is served sitting at tables on wooden benches
Pack it in, pack it out. There are no trash cans. All personal trash must be packed out and disposed of off the mountain.

Food

Higashi Fuji Sanso serves the best food on Mt. Fuji, bar none! You're in for a treat!

Dinner:
Served from 18:00 - 20:00
Sukiyaki with steamed mushroom rice and an assortment of seasonal vegetables. This hut is able to cater to dietary needs.

Breakfast:
A big breakfast is served for guests from 4:30am. If you wish to depart earlier than that, rice balls can be arranged in advance.

Vegetarian and other dietary constraints

This hut is very versatile with what they can serve. If you have dietary constrains, please let them know when you arrive. They can cater to Halal and gluten free requirements, while vegans can get something very basic.

Subashiri Trail Map

Higashi Fuji Sanso (HFS) mountain hut is located at the trailhead to the Subashiri trail (aka the Subashiri 5th Station) at 2,000m/6,561ft.

This is a map showing all of the four hiking routes on Mt. Fuji. The trail represented in red is the Subashiri trail--this is the trail you will need to climb to access this hut.

How to get to the trail head

See the Google Maps link to the Subashiri 5th station (trail head) here. Note that driving up to the Subashiri 5th station in private vehicles is prohibited during the entire climbing season from July 10-September 10. If you're driving your own vehicle, you will need to use the parking lot here and take one of the shuttle buses up to the Subashiri 5th Station. Alternatively, you can take a taxi from this parking lot up the road. The shuttle bus is around ¥1,500 per person, the taxi is around ¥4,000 and can fit 4-5 people (pricing and capacity subject to change). Depending on the day and season, there may be no taxis available when you arrive.

There are also regular buses that go up to the Subashiri trail from Gotemba Train station. However, bus departure times and prices are only shown in obscure, complicated PDF's in Japanese online. If you can't figure out the bus, call the information center here and they can probably help out.

Climbing Permit

There is an entry fee payment of ¥4,000 per person required to obtain a permit to climb Mt. Fuji. The easiest option is to obtain your Mt. Fuji climbing entry permit through the “Shizuoka Prefecture Fuji Climbing Pre-registration System” here. By pre-registering and completing payment online for your climbing permit, you won’t need to waste time on the day of your climb at the trail head.

Note that if travel plans change or weather disrupts your planned climbing date, you’ll need to apply for a new date or refund through the Pre-registration system.

Where can i store extra luggage

We understand that you may have extra luggage that you do not want to take on your journey up Mt. Fuji. You cannot store your luggage at this hut while you go on your climb.

Options for luggage storage include, coin lockers at Shinjuku or Kawaguchiko train stations, hotel baggage storage services, or sending by 'takkyubin' (postal service) to your next destination. We highly recommend using 'Takkyubin' luggage delivery services, as it is extremely cheap, efficient and reliable, with pricing at around ¥2,000 for next day shipping for check-in sized baggage. Information on the Takkyubin service can be found here.

Are private rooms available?

No, private rooms are not available at this hut.

is there a vegetarian meal option?

Yes, vegetarian, Halal, gluten free and vegan options can be provided for both dinner and breakfast BUT expect something very basic (think rice balls wrapped in seaweed).

Which trail is Higashi Fuji Sanso located on?

This hut is located at the 5th station (trail head) on the Subashiri trail (2,000meters/6,561ft)

Will I need a reservation to stay at Higashi Fuji Sanso?

This hut can to be fully booked during the climbing season. Securing a reservation here before you begin your climb is highly recommended.

What time is check in/out?

Check in is between 14:00pm - 19:00pm. Check out by 8:00am.

Once you have checked out, you are not permitted to re-enter the sleeping quarters.