CLIMBING MOUNT FUJI | TIPS and Lessons Learned!! 🇯🇵 🗻

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  • Опубліковано 5 жов 2022
  • I climbed Mount Fuji, Japan's tallest mountain in August. I'm glad I was able to check it off my bucket list. Definitely, the most physically and mentally demanding thing I've ever done but it was worth it all!!
    If you're planning to hike up some day and would like to know more, I would love to hear from you so leave a comment and I'll get back to you!
    Special thanks to my friends, Asuka and Angela!!!
    Hope you guys enjoy!
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 54

  • @johnenriquez7741
    @johnenriquez7741 4 місяці тому +1

    WOW! You are really strong! Very inspirational content. Mt. Fuji really is wonderful.

  • @georgejacktaylor
    @georgejacktaylor 9 місяців тому +2

    Really inspirational! I’m planning to climb Mount Fuji next summer and seeing this video has made my excitement go through the roof! Well done to you for such an amazing achievement 👏🏻

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  7 місяців тому

      Appreciate it! It is definitely worth the effort!

  • @jemm434
    @jemm434 Рік тому +2

    Awesome job on putting the vid together, Max!

  • @markrobiso
    @markrobiso Місяць тому +2

    Hi @MaxKimura would we need to do / pay anything ahead of time, so we can get a guaranteed spot for an overnight stay in any of the Mt. Fuji stations? Thank you and more vlogs to come!

  • @sportspoon
    @sportspoon 2 місяці тому +1

    Nice peaceful video

  • @020untitled
    @020untitled Рік тому +3

    what an accomplishment…congrats!

  • @emenemes5678
    @emenemes5678 Місяць тому +3

    Yo man. Thanks for the tips. I plan to hike and buy the stick but how do you carry the stick back home? You check it in by itself? The size is ok with airlines?

    • @user-jt4vv3mg3t
      @user-jt4vv3mg3t День тому

      Hello, I had this exact question too.
      Did you find an answer?

    • @emenemes5678
      @emenemes5678 21 годину тому

      @@user-jt4vv3mg3t check in oversize sports equipment

  • @c.a.5604
    @c.a.5604 Рік тому +2

    great vblog. thanks for sharing your journey. i am guessing you either have studied in the states or working for a US company now? is making videos just your hobby? thanks again. 👍

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  Рік тому +1

      I've spent almost equal time in Japan and the States. Creating content is just a hobby and it's been fun. Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @sarahcanete5108
    @sarahcanete5108 Рік тому +2

    Thank you so much for this video and congrats on a successful climb! I wanted to ask what was the most challenging aspect of it? Planning to climb in late July this year and I just want to try and prepare myself mentally as much as possible. Thank you again! :D

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  Рік тому +2

      If you’re relatively fit, physically it shouldn’t be a problem. For me, it was the effects of the altitude like headache, nausea and inability to sleep… Just be sure to acclimatize at the 5th station before you start. I wish you luck and success!!! It’s definitely more of a mental battle.

    • @sarahcanete5108
      @sarahcanete5108 Рік тому

      @@MaxKimura Thank you so much! Will definitely keep that in mind.

  • @y0ungcat
    @y0ungcat Рік тому +2

    Hey, great video. Do you remember which date in August you hiked it?

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  Рік тому +3

      Hey, appreciate it! We started hiking on August 2nd and summited the morning of the 3rd. Thanks for watching!!

    • @Moi_81
      @Moi_81 11 місяців тому

      ​@@MaxKimuraGoing on the same days this year.

  • @jinventures3792
    @jinventures3792 11 місяців тому +1

    Planning to climb mt fuji this August and saw your backpack relatively small compared to your friends. Would that be advisable considering we wont stay in huts for the evening? Great video by the way, Max!

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  11 місяців тому +1

      Yeah, I tried to be as minimal as possible and it worked out great. When I saw others having bigger packs I kind of felt sorry for them haha. Just bring enough layers, water, and some snacks and you should be fine! Hope you have a nice trip!

    • @jinventures3792
      @jinventures3792 11 місяців тому

      @@MaxKimura thanks for the early reply Max! One more thing, Is it the osprey escapist 25L or 32?

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  11 місяців тому

      @@jinventures3792 It's actually only a 18L haha

    • @emenemes5678
      @emenemes5678 Місяць тому

      Yeah im actually surprised at how big the girl backpack is for a 2 day climb. Definitely can be a small daypack.

  • @wyattfc2
    @wyattfc2 Рік тому +1

    congrats for all of you next year i'll go again.

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  Рік тому +1

      Thank you and good luck!!

  • @christinejordan3506
    @christinejordan3506 4 місяці тому +1

    Hi Max, great video thanks so much! We are planning a Mt. Fuji hike in August 2024 and would like to copy the same hike as you did in this video. We are on a tight travel budget and would like to do this without a guided group tour? We may need a few gear rental items and it looks like we could simply follow the herd and make a reservation in advance for the hut on the 8th station? How do we contact the hut for reservations? Any info would be greatly appreciated!

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  4 місяці тому +1

      Most people will do the hike without a tour so it’s very doable. To make a reservation, check the huts website tomoekan.com/plan/english/. Thanks for watching and commenting!

    • @user-jt4vv3mg3t
      @user-jt4vv3mg3t День тому

      Hi, hope everything is going well with your preparations for August!
      I'm planning the same for late August but it since very was very recently, I wondered which hut on which website you booked so I can see if it still has availability right now?

  • @kenprice1961
    @kenprice1961 5 місяців тому

    I climbed Fuji in 1959 while in the Navy. I still have my climbing stick with all the stamps. Climbed at night to see the sunrise...........and then it was cloudy and saw NOTHING!

  • @whatchuHANAdo
    @whatchuHANAdo Рік тому +2

    Congratulations on climbing Mt. Fuji! Haha aren't those walking sticks so cool? I climbed Fuji twice last year (failed to summit the first time because of heavy rains and winds and the staff of the lodge asked us to go down instead), and got to the peak during the 2nd try! I have climbing poles so I bough the short sticks. lol
    I love your friends! hahaha they're so funny! The only time they were so full of emotion was when you told them your new friend is 64 years old! haha
    Great video, Maximilian!
    How was your Shirouma hike btw?

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  Рік тому

      Hahah thanks!
      Dang… I couldn’t imagine going there twice in one year…
      Shirouma-dake hike was much more enjoyable and the views were 10x better!!! That reminds me I need to edit haha

    • @whatchuHANAdo
      @whatchuHANAdo Рік тому

      @@MaxKimura Hahahah for sure! Mt Fuji IS the view so you can't really see Fuji if you're on it. Lol Great one time experience though! Did you think Mt. Fuji was a harder climb than Shirouma? Haha Looking forward to your Shirouma vid!

    • @whatchuHANAdo
      @whatchuHANAdo Рік тому

      @@MaxKimura hahaha we climbed it twice in 3 weeks. We just really wanted to tick if off our list of mountains we want to climb!

  • @JeepTJay6
    @JeepTJay6 10 місяців тому +1

    How cold was it up there? I'm flying in from Taiwan to climb it in 2 days. Great video BTW.

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  10 місяців тому +1

      Definitely need to layer and have a down jacket with you. Probably around 5-10 Celsius.
      Enjoy your trip and hike!!

    • @ironboy3245
      @ironboy3245 6 місяців тому

      @@MaxKimura what was the coldest temp? do you remember? I'm considering roughing it with a sleeping bag and a tent

  • @adamopolski3992
    @adamopolski3992 Рік тому +2

    did you stay at the 7th or 8th station? what are the pros and cons of each one?

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  Рік тому +1

      I stayed at the 8th station so I can’t speak for the 7th station but the facilities were good. The altitude affected my sleep so I could rest well.

  • @KH-qe5zf
    @KH-qe5zf Рік тому

    a fit guy like you @0:18 still find it challenging...i dont think i can ever do this...congrats!

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  Рік тому +2

      Appreciate the comment! I think climbing Mt. Fuji is more of mental challenge. I may look physically ready compared to others but I was probably struggling just as much or more! I think anyone can do it. If you decide to climb Mt. Fuji, let me know and I can share more tips with you!

  • @njosborne5540
    @njosborne5540 10 місяців тому

    Beautiful video. Thank you for this. I plan to do next year. Do you have to make reservations in advance at the guest house, and do you have a link or contact for that? 🙏

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks!! Yea, you'll have to make a reservation here: tomoekan.com/english/ Have fun on your hike!!

  • @mojieshijie
    @mojieshijie Рік тому

    Hi there I. Wondering is it too late to climb Mount Fuji couple days from now ???nov 25th 😂

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  Рік тому

      Yeah, unfortunately it’s too late. Climbing season for Mt. Fuji is from July-September.

  • @patricklam6030
    @patricklam6030 Рік тому

    hi, how did u book the hut accommdation?

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  Рік тому

      Hey, thanks for watching! This is the official English site for the hut that I stayed at.
      tomoekan.com/english/

  • @lizangelicavelez3488
    @lizangelicavelez3488 Рік тому +1

    That was a great, informative and very detailed video. Thank you and Congrats on the climb!! We are planning to climb (hubby 47, me 42, 2 kids 10 & 12) in July. is it that cold even in mid summer? I just want to be well prepared bcz I DO NOT like the cold. and do u have a website I can book the hut plz.

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  Рік тому +1

      It's warm at the start but you definitely need to have some cold gear with you when you get closer to the summit.
      This is the official English site for the hut that I stayed at.
      tomoekan.com/english/
      Thanks for watching and commenting!!

  • @leepozzy6694
    @leepozzy6694 8 місяців тому

    How can you find someone to accompany you? I want to go but it’s just me and i heard you shouldn’t go alone in case something happens? Thank you♥️

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  7 місяців тому

      Yea, I wouldn't recommend doing it solo to be safe... Maybe make a friend at the 5th station and see if you can tag along?

  • @saramagharei
    @saramagharei 7 місяців тому

    Hi, I enjoyed your video and your exciting climbing story. May I ask how much your guide cost? And is it possible to give the WhatsApp number of the guide? Thanks in advance😊😊

    • @MaxKimura
      @MaxKimura  7 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching! Actually my "guide" is actually a friend that was willing to go again with me.