Throughout the history of Japan Mount Fuji in a great measure, and one of the most famous depictions of the almost sacred mountain is the "36 Views of Mount Fuji" series of ukiyo-e woodblock prints by Katsushika Hokusai (1760 -1849).
Some facts about Mount Fuji is 3776 meters include (12,290 feet) high, about 161 kilometers (100 miles) south-west of Tokyo, and the last eruption of Mount Fuji was about 300 years ago, in 1707.
The busiest times to visit the mountain in July, when the Japanese schools have their holidays, but about a third of all climbers are foreigners. Snowfall can be very dangerous top of these months with freezing temperatures, avalanches and high winds. When the snow melts in a warmer climate most resembles a lunar landscape covered with black volcanic rock.
While many people have seen the picture of Mount Fuji known the shinkansen bullet train shot through the fields in the foreground, perhaps the easiest and best way to get to Mount Fuji in Tokyo is the bus which only takes about few hours. The bus leaves the road from Shinjuku station, however you may have to change buses at the station Kawaguchiko. So ask your travel agent to give you best travel packages to Japan and enjoy a adventure tour to Mount Fuji.
The official climbing season from July to August and a crowd of young and old make the ascent a day. During this period, there are about 15 buses each day out of Shinjuku in Tokyo. At other times, transportation can be limited and climb Mount Fuji, is not recommended anyway.
Even in peak summer season it is important that you prepare to climb Mount Fuji correctly. Climbing experience is not necessary and you will see many young children and elderly in the way. Good shoes of study, a little water and energy snacks are a must, along with rain gear, flashlight, hat and coat if you intend to walk at night. Even in the summer months temperatures can drop the top at about 6 C (43 F). If you are unsure about the heights you may want to consider collecting some altitude sickness tablets and even some 'canned' oxygen is available for purchase on the mountain earlier in the shops in Shinjuku Tokyo and Hands Tokyo.
The road is divided into 10 stations or control points. Usually visitors choose to start halfway up Mount Fuji on the way to the station Kawaguchiko 5. They arrive by bus or car and the climb takes about 7 hours to reach the top and then another 4 to go back again. The round trip can be completed in a very long day. Many people choose to start their journey at nightfall and time for them and reach the summit at dawn.
There is a famous Japanese saying goes - ". You are a fool not to climb Mount Fuji, you are also a fool to climb it twice" On a clear day to see the sunrise from the highest point in Japan is quite a show impressive and is sure to be the highlight of your sightseeing tour in Japan. It's definitely worth a side trip from Tokyo and the view from the summit of Mount Fuji forever remains etched in your mind. This is an experience you definitely not want to miss on your
Japan holidays the land of the Rising Sun.
