Sunrise from Mt. Fuji
Have you ever seen a sunrise from Mt. Fuji?
Mt. Fuji is Japan's highest and most prominent mountain.
July and August are the official climbing season.
I climbed the Mt. Fuji last week for the first time in my life and saw the sunrise from the summit.
Most people take about 6 to 7 hours to climb up to the summit. It took me about 4 and a half hours.
Around the 8th station of the mountain, it started to get really windy and wet. On my way to the top, the weather was so bad that clothes and shoes got soaking wet.
Then I reached to the summit...
Waiting for the sunrise.
Here it comes!
It was absolutely one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.
Before climbing the mountain, make sure you are well prepared.
Here are the list of what to bring.
1. Sturdy Climbing Shoes - Comfortable and waterproof
2. Rain Jacket & Pants - Water and wind resistant with hood, Gore-Tex preferred
3. Light Pack-Sack - with a capacity of at least 25L
4. Socks & Base layer - wool or synthetics, wearing cotton is not recommended
5. Warm Clothes - Comfortable pants & Sweater - lightweight fleece
6. Gloves - to keep your hands warm at nights and provide protection
7. Light - Head lamp or a hand flashlight - for climbing in the dark
8. Trekking Poles - Provide good stability and reduces stress on the knees
9. High Energy Snacks - Power-Bars, Chocolate, Nuts
10. Water - One liter bottle to start, more can be bought later
11. Pack-Sack Cover - most backpacks are not waterproof
12. Hat - otherwise a bandana or towel - provides protection from sun and heat
13. Sunglasses & Sunscreen
14. 100 yen Coins- Restroom facilities from the 5th station onward require ?\200
15. Cash - Credit cards are not taken on the mountain
16. Camera - to capture the most spectacular sunrise you will ever witness
Enjoy hiking!
