MT. FUJI PACKING GUIDE
Mt. Fuji Climbing Gear and Clothing Guide
Climbing Mt. Fuji requires not only physical fitness, but also the right gear and clothing. Even during the summer climbing season, the summit area can be windy and very cold. Please check your essential equipment before departure.
Rain Gear
Jacket and pants type
Warm Layers
Cold near the summit
Headlamp
Essential for sunrise climbs
PACKING LIST
Essential Items for Climbing Mt. Fuji
For a 2-day, 1-night Mt. Fuji climb, basic gear such as rainwear, warm layers, a headlamp, and hiking boots is very important. Use the photos below to check your equipment before departure.
30–50L Backpack
Backpack Rain Cover
Inner Jacket
Mountain Jacket
Raincoat
Headlamp
Gloves
Charger & Power Bank
About 1L of Water
Hiking Boots
Trekking Poles
Gaiters
RAINWEAR
Bring Separate Jacket-and-Pants Rainwear
On Mt. Fuji, you need to prepare not only for rain, but also for strong wind and low temperatures. Proper hiking rainwear can also work as an important protective layer against the cold.
Simple disposable raincoats or ponchos are not recommended
Simple raincoats sold at 100-yen shops may tear in strong wind or fail to keep your body dry. For climbing Mt. Fuji, please prepare proper hiking rainwear with a separate jacket and pants.
CLOTHING
What to Wear for Climbing Mt. Fuji
Even on a sunny day, you may feel cold during breaks or near the summit. Wear quick-drying clothing and keep your rainwear and warm layers in an easy-to-access place.
Basic clothing for sunny weather
Dry sweat quickly and regulate body temperature
- Quick-drying T-shirt
- Comfortable hiking pants
- Leggings
- Jacket or warm layer if needed
Cotton T-shirts do not dry easily and can make your body cold during breaks. Quick-drying materials such as polyester are recommended.
Basic clothing for rainy weather
Wear hiking rainwear on both the upper and lower body
Wear rain pants over your trousers as well as a rain jacket. If wet clothing is exposed to strong wind, your body temperature can drop quickly. Do not put rainwear deep inside your backpack; keep it where you can take it out quickly.
RENTAL
Mt. Fuji Climbing Gear Rental
If you do not have climbing gear, you can use rental services for rainwear, hiking boots, backpacks, headlamps, warm layers, and other equipment.
TRAINING GUIDE
Prepare Your Body Before Climbing Mt. Fuji
Mt. Fuji is a long, high-altitude climb. Before joining the tour, we recommend training with long walks, stairs, and easy hikes.
FINAL CHECK
Check Your Essential Gear Before Departure
Even items you “may not use” can protect your body when the weather gets worse. Prepare the right clothing and gear, and enjoy climbing Mt. Fuji safely.