Mount Fuji, Japan
Survive midnight hike and cherish the glorious sunrise on top of Mt. Fuji
Most travelers opt to do a 2-day hike to witness the sunrise from the summit of Mount Fuji and wish for a chance that it is free of clouds. However, the journey is not an easy task. After finishing the first day from the 5th station to the 8th station, you should take a break at a mountain hut, enjoy a dinner and spend some hours sleeping before continuning the hike at midnight. Yes, at midnight. As the sunrise often takes place as early as 4:30am to 5:00am in summer, hikers need to arrive at the summit just before dawn. It can be challenging but the glorious sunrise and natural surrounding views are totally worth it. You’ll be warmed by the sun’s first rays while taking a walk around the crater of Mount Fuji.
