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Four trails to the summitThere are four trails to the summit of Mount Fuji, each divided into 10 stations. Depending which trail you choose most climbs start at about 1,400m to 2,475m (4,600-7,900 ft.), the Go-go-me, the 5th Station. Most popular trail from Tokyo is the Kawaguchiko located on 2400 metres. From there it takes 5- 6 hours to reach the summit and 3-4 hours for the descent. Kawaguchiko 5th stationAt 2350 meters, Yoshida Trail, Ascent: 5-7 hours, Descent: 3-5 hours Subashiri 5th stationAt 1950 meters, Subashiri Trail, Ascent: 5-8 hours, Descent: 3-5 hours Gotemba 5th stationAt 1440 meters, Gotemba Trail, Ascent: 7-10 hours, Descent: 3-6 hours Fujinomiya 5th stationAt 2400 meters, Fujinomiya trail, Ascent: 4-7 hours, Descent: 2-4 hours |