For those who "definitely want to reach the summit," "aren't confident in their fitness," or "want the special experience of staying at the summit."

The greatest strength of the Fujinomiya Route is that it has the shortest round-trip walking distance (approx. 9.6km) of all the routes.

People often think "short distance = steep and painful," but this is a misunderstanding. Because the distance is short, you can gain altitude efficiently while minimizing physical exhaustion. Looking at the specific numbers, the difference is clear.

For example, if you try to climb to the original 8th station on the Yoshida Route, you need to walk about 5.2km on Day 1 alone. On the other hand, on the Fujinomiya Route, by walking a shorter distance of just 3.8km, you can reach the 9.5th station (elevation 3,590m), right below the summit. Being able to reach a higher location over the same distance is the power of the Fujinomiya Route.

Furthermore, the Fujinomiya Route offers an option not found on other routes: staying at "Chojo Fujikan," the only mountain hut in Japan where you can sleep exactly at the summit (elevation 3,740m). The experience of waking up, opening the door, and seeing the sunrise right there is only possible on the Fujinomiya Route.

Because the summit is closest to Kengamine (the highest point in Japan, 3,776m), you cannot overlook the fact that you can stand at the "true top of Japan" via the shortest distance without having to walk around the crater rim.

• Not confident in fitness, but definitely want to summit
• Want to reach the top via the shortest distance with minimal physical exertion
• Want the once-in-a-lifetime premium experience of staying at the summit
• Want to stand on Kengamine via the shortest path

For those who want to "avoid crowds," "see spectacular views," "join from outside Tokyo," or are on their "second Mt. Fuji climb."

The Prince Route starts at the Fujinomiya 5th Station, passes through the Hoei Crater, and joins the Gotemba Route. It is known for having been walked by the current Emperor when he was Crown Prince, and has been steadily gaining attention in recent years.

Its greatest appeal is that out of the 4 routes on Mt. Fuji, the Prince Route is the only one that passes through the Hoei Crater. This massive crater, about 1km in diameter created by an eruption roughly 300 years ago, presents a rugged landscape that makes you feel like you've landed on another planet. No matter how much you walk the Yoshida or Fujinomiya routes, you won't see this view.

There is also a huge difference in terms of congestion. The Yoshida Route concentrates more than half of all Mt. Fuji climbers, leading to traffic jams on the trail during weekends. In contrast, the Gotemba Route, which the Prince Route joins, is the least crowded route on Mt. Fuji.

Additionally, with the Haneda Airport 9:45 AM departure plan, you can join on the same day taking the first morning flight from 27 airports nationwide. You can complete the trip in just a weekend without needing a hotel the night before, even if you are coming from Hokkaido, Tohoku, or Kyushu.

• Want to avoid crowds and climb in peace
• Want to enjoy spectacular views unique to Mt. Fuji, like the Hoei Crater
• Live outside Tokyo and want to join without a pre-night stay
• Have climbed the Yoshida Route before and want a different experience for the second time