Information checked: July 19, 2026, 08:35 JST.
Mitsutoge is one of the easiest Fuji-area mountain ideas to add to a Kawaguchiko stay, but the usual plan needs a route check first. Nishikatsura Town’s official notice says a section of the Kawaguchi-side trail remains closed after earthquake-related rockfall.
Key Facts For Travelers
What This Means On The Ground
The official notice is clear on two points: the damaged section is closed, and the summit itself is still accessible by other routes. That means travelers should not simply follow an old Mitsutoge blog post or map pin from the Kawaguchiko side and assume the standard approach is operating normally.
Traveler Actions
- Do not enter the posted closed section even if your map app still shows the trail as connected.
- If Mitsutoge is your main hiking plan, decide your alternative route before leaving Kawaguchiko or Otsuki.
- Build extra transport time into the day because a route change can also change your station or bus plan.
- Reopen the official town notice before departure because the reopening date is still undecided.
Why This Matters For Fuji Five Lakes Visitors
Mitsutoge is popular with visitors who want a day hike with Fuji views outside the main Mt. Fuji climbing routes. A partial closure on the Kawaguchiko side can affect both first-time hikers and photographers who planned a simple out-and-back walk from the lake area.
Official Sources
Update History
- July 19, 2026: Created after checking the Nishikatsura Town closure notice updated July 1.
