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Mt. Fuji climbing rules and etiquette
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Mt. Fuji and most of its foothills are designated as Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, a special scenic spot, and a historic site.
In the designated area, collecting plants and animals, taking out lava or stones, setting up tents, making bonfires, etc. are prohibited.
Please observe proper etiquette when climbing the mountain.
(Navigator: Imafuji Grandpa)
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Climbers have priority
On narrow path ascending people have the right of way to descending people. Please be considerate.
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Don’t overtake unreasonably
During mountain opening periods, the mountain trails may become congested at certain times of the day. If you try to overtake unreasonably, you will stray from the trails, which can be very dangerous, especially at night, as it can cause falls and rockfalls.
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Always take your trash back home
There are no trash cans on Mt. Fuji. To
protect the beautiful scenery of Mt. Fuji, it is a golden rule to take home everything you bring with you. -
Don’t cause rockfall
Warn others if you do.Walking on the edge of the trail makes it easier for rocks to fall. Walk on the inside of the trail (the mountain side) as much as possible.
If you cause a rockfall, yell "Rockfall!" loudly to let others know. -
Be quite around resting places
At night, many people sleep and rest in the hut. When you take a rest in front of the hut, try not to make noise.
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Put caps on the tips of your hiking sticks
Usage without caps can damage the trail and causes collapses over time. Also, a blank tip can injure other hikers or damage their equipment on crowded trails.
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Do not loosen the guiding ropes
Guide ropes are installed on mountain trails to prevent climbers from getting lost. If the guide ropes become loose or the rope supports fall, climbers may stray from the trail and enter dangerous areas, which could lead to them getting lost, so please do not loosen the guide ropes.
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Don’t approach bird or animal nests
In order to protect the habitat and breeding of birds and animals in the wildlife sanctuary, even if you see a nest, do not approach it.
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If you see someone injured or in need of help, assist to rescue them!
In an emergency, it is important to help each other. By working together, such as contacting mountain huts and providing first aid, you can sometimes avoid serious situations.