My Mt. Fuji Guide: Lessons learned, mistakes to avoid, and quick tips for your first climb

Currently planning my next Mt. Fuji hike this summer! I wanted to share a few practical takeaways and adjustments from my last climb to help anyone else preparing for the upcoming season:

• Accommodation Tip: Stay in Kawaguchiko (I used Hostel Michikusa-ya) for 3 nights to use as a luggage base camp. Having a bed close to the mountain right after a brutal descent is a lifesaver compared to traveling all the way back to Tokyo.

• Hut Timing: Don’t start too early. I got to the 5th Station at 6:40 AM and spent way too long waiting around. Start your hike around 12 PM - 1 PM so you hit your hut right around dinner and sunset.

• Hut Location: Try to book the 8th or 8.5 station. The 7th station is a bit too low if you plan on making a push for the summit.

• The "No-Rush" Summit Alternative: If you are too sleep-deprived for the midnight rush, don't force it. Watch the sunrise from your hut, then hike to the summit in the morning. You’ll enjoy warmer weather, better trail conditions, no crowds, and you won't need a headlamp.

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DIY VS TRAVEL AGENCY : THE POOR TRAVELER PODCAST EPISDODE

 Had an opportunity to guest at The Poor Traveler's Podcast and I didnt realized that it is going to be a debate. But the whole recording was fun and a at some point became competitive haha. 

Happy to have shared the episode with our good friend KEM. 

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MUJI HOTEL GINZA TOUR (VLOG))

 

I’ve always dreamed of booking a room at the Muji Hotel Ginza, and I’m so happy I finally got the opportunity. Thanks to Muji Philippines and Philippine Airlines

Here’s a quick rundown of how my flight to Tokyo went, plus a tour of my Muji Hotel Ginza room.

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