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- Japanese
- English
You can run in Aokigahara Jukai (the Sea of Trees) in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.
Cool air flows from caves formed by eruptions of Mount Fuji, creating natural air conditioning.
You can enjoy comfortable running even on a hot summer day.
Also, you can visit unique features in the Jukai such as caves, strangely shaped trees and rocks, a rich ecosystem, and tiny wildlife.
This experience is available only in this area—don’t miss it!
Moreover…
＜It is affordable!＞
The price includes transportation between the meeting point and Jukai, rental shoes, an English-speaking guide, and drinks and snacks.
＜No worries!＞
・An English-speaking guide with a degree in forest science
・This course is about 6 km, mostly flat, at a talking pace
・A support car assists you during the run
＜Effective use of time!＞
・This tour takes about 2 hours (running time: 1 hour) and starts early morning or evening
※This tour is conducted in accordance with Japanese laws and regulations.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This meeting point is located on the lakeside of Kawaguchiko. It is 1km from Kawaguchiko Station and takes about 13 minutes on foot. Meeting time is either 6:00 a.m or 4:00 p.m.
Itinerary
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1
This is the meeting point. We will take you to an entrance to the Aokigahara Jukai near Saiko by our company car (about 30 minutes by car).
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Aokigahara Forest
We will start running after preparing. Aokigahara Jukai is known as a vast primeval forest on the north side of Mount Fuji. It was formed on lava from Mount Fuji in 864CE. The porous volcanic ground creates the atmosphere of deep tranquility. In the early morning and evening, the best time to visit, you can run in this unique forest while the guide shares information of this area. A few kilometers later, we can reach Ryuugu Lava cave.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
It was formed by volcanic activity. This cave has been enshrined because the deity is believed to have the power to bring rain. You can enter the cave and pray to the deity.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Aokigahara Forest
After visiting the cave, we will start running again, This section might be long; however, you can run easily because the interesting explanation from the guide will make it feel easier.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
You will finally arrive at the goal. This is known as one of the most beautiful view spots of Mount Fuji in the area. After enjoying the breathtaking views, we will return to meeting point in our car. (about 30 minutes by car)
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
We will disband as soon as arriving at Meeting point.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- There is a limited number of rental shoes available. Please note that we may not be able to provide your preferred size. (Available sizes: 25cm to 30cm, two pairs of each size in 1cm increments.)
- We will send you a confirmation message about free shoe rental.
- Most of this route is unpaved.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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