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Legendary trek

Mount Fuji

Yamanashi, Japan
Best timeJul–Sep
Signature routeYoshida Trail
In season~45°F high
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

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-4–48°F
Fares from$1074
Nearest airportHND
CurrencyJPY
LanguageJapanese
TimezoneUTC+09:00

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

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Map showing the location of Mount Fuji
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Historical monthly weather

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

Sweet spotPeak Dec–Feb. Go in Nov for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightDec · 58%
WarmestAug · 48°F
WettestJul
Best windowJul–Sep
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Mount Fuji: Mount Fuji reflected in Lake Saiko during autumn
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Japan's sacred summit, climbed overnight for a ridgeline sunrise.

Best time to visit

Aim for Jul–Sep, the 3 months that line up best.

Mount Fuji: A commercial street in Fujiyoshida with Mount Fuji visible at the end of the road
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Mount Fuji: Mount Fuji viewed through Japanese maple trees in autumn foliage
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The route

The classic way in is the Yoshida Trail. Nearest airport is HND.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Mount Fuji?

The best time to visit Mount Fuji is July–September, in Yamanashi, Japan.

Where is Mount Fuji?

Mount Fuji is in Yamanashi, Japan. The nearest major airport is HND.

What is Mount Fuji known for?

Japan's sacred summit, climbed overnight for a ridgeline sunrise.

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Mount Fuji: Night view of Fujiyoshida city and Fuji-Q Highland amusement park at the base of Mount Fuji
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