Ah I'm sorry to hear that, it makes me feel extremely lucky that I got to see it and capture it for the video. But, you still made it to the top and survived the ordeal 😁 that's definitely something to be proud of. Urg the way down must have been torture for you 😅 hope you're doing ok.

Also, I wonder how the toilet paper situation was?

😂 yeah it's pretty messed up.. but a super famous folktale in Japan. No idea what the moral of the story is.

Thanks and I really wish you luck! My general tips would be to eat well the day before, have some kind of stick, and keep your bag as light as you can. There are lockers at the 5th station and a bunch of shops you can use. But my biggest regret was not bringing bandaids and an extra pair of socks for the way down. Honestly the trail is steep and repetitive. Walk on your heels on the way down, otherwise you stub your toes lol. I learnt the hard way. But then your heels blister hard. Noone talks about that. Maybe those silicone pads would be good just for the down part. And coins! Lol Honestly i should make a tips video. But those are my main ones. Seriously wish you good luck with the climb and the weather.

@@Japan-chan thank you sir! Is there any basin to wash your hands in the hut/ public toilets?

@@Japan-chan do you need to bring your own toilet papar or is it provided in the toilet?

The cabin toilets from the 7th station up all had sinks where you can wash you hands. You have yo pay the 200 yen though, except the cabin you stay at, I think you can just use those freely. You can see a little at 14:14 and 24:35

Great question! I can't remember exactly actually, but I would suggest taking a roll of tissue, it's pretty light and better not to get caught short. Plus, could be good for blowing your nose too. It's pretty cold at the top and in the morning. And if you get cut by accident like I did.

Thanks! I'm actually surprised at myself that I managed to climb and film it all. Those cameras really add some weight 😅 But yeah, genuinely feels like a grand achievement. Now, back to the playstation and puzza.

Yeah this was the 2023 festival, and the first (and only) one I've seen. I will definitely go again though, both the food and the spectacle of it all is just top tier. I hope you can sometime! Definitely come back when you can 😁

Hope you can make it someday. I particularly recommend Ueno Park, especially the pond section. And thanks for your comments, I appreciate it!

Yeah.. not so cute when you run out of deer crackers.. that headbutt totally shocked me 😂 but I got my revenge - and it was delicious!

Thanks for the lovely comment, I appreciate it! Especially from someone with twice as many 😁 Let's keep it up!

@@Japan-chan we can do this 💪😊

Nevermind, seems like they finally closed it, that's too bad..

Yeah sadly it closed for good. I heard it'll go to Osaka in 2025, but maybe just as a statue for an event. There is a pretty big Gundam statue in Odaiba Tokyo right outside a shopping mall. It's not the same, but it's free and worth it, pretty quick too. Also, in that shopping mall is the "cute poop museum". - if you go to the Gundam, you at least need to look at it. I should make a vid on it actually 😂 Also thanks for your comment, I really appreciate it!

Well, it's a good reason to plan a visit for the future. If Sakura is high on the list, then doing a week or 2 from the end of March into the first weeks of April is the time. And honestly, it's totally worth it! If there's anything else you wanna know, I'll try to help out 😊

Glad you liked it. I hope you can enjoy it sometime too!

Great question! Around Kawaguchiko town I mostly used busses and walking. Kawaguchiko station is also a major bus/coach station which can take you anywhere you'd want to go - including Fuji Q, the ice caves, and Mt Fuji itself. They are so convenient that I never needed to use a taxi or car. As a side note, the trains from Kawaguchiko have awesome design features, such as the pattern on the chairs being Mt Fuji, a train with various "Mt Fuji mascots" on, and even a Naruto train for Fuji Q. The busses and coaches all have similar interesting designs. I'd highly recommend using the public transport for that reason alone 😁 Also, thanks for your encouraging comment! It really means a lot, I'll keep trying to do better.

Thank you for the quick reply and taking the time to explain. Cheers!

It really was so good. Food in Hokkaido is on another level. That ramen store (Sumire) is a famous chain in Japan, but that particular store is famous for being the 1st one to open and start it all off. Totally forgot to mention that in video 😁

I'm so happy to hear that. FujiQ is so fun and so close to Kawaguchiko. I really hope you get blessed with the Mt Fuji view too. It's really something. Glad you enjoyed the story too, it really does add a lot to the journey. And thank you so much for your wonderful comment!!

I filmed this video in August, and the fireworks were on Friday the 5th. This year, the fireworks and festival will be around the same time. It might be the 5th every year. But, they should bigger this time, as less pandemic restrictions. Definitely recommend it if you have the opportunity to go.

Thanks. I'm glad that Tylo-saw-us! 🦕

😁 Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

Ah sorry to hear that.. it's a sad reality of trying to admire Mt Fuji. But, the winter months have a better chance to be clear, and you get the snowy peak. I wish you luck!! And thanks for the comment too 👍

You're welcome, and thanks for your comment. It makes me happy to know that it is useful 😊

Hmm good question. If you take the same route I did then you definitely could. You would also get to see some old mining equipment, more of the mined mountain cliffs, and the surrounding forest trails. It's a good option if you if any of that. It might take a little longer but nothing drastic. However, i should have mentioned in the video that there are a few routes you can take.. Just after the peak, down the stairs and entering the gate, their is a fork in the path. I think this route goes to the daibutsu firat. So you could go that way and avoid the double incline. There are also a few different routes going up, so even if you do double up, there are different things to see. They have maps.. i wish I picked one up 😅

Thanks for the sub and great comment! Not sure when you're next planning to come, but winter gives you better odds of a clear view plus that iconic snow tip. Also, lots of onsens in and around that area with a fuji view. Might be a bit pricey but worth considering at least. Also, i loved the monkeys too!! 😁

Thanks for both the comments and the sub,, i really appreciate it!

Ooof that's a pretty bad one too 😅 definitely supposed to be "third rate ninja" - thanks for pointing that out!

😂 somehow I completely missed that when editing, but it's such a little gem of a moment.

😂SO FUNNY HAHA Really enjoyed the video btw!! @@Japan-chan

ありがとう！ 😁

Me too! I had to extend my trip an extra day for the chance, but worth it in the end.

I really like this area too! It's actually the place in Japan I've visited the most. Highly recommend.

Cheers! it took a while to make so I appreciate the comment.

@@Japan-chan we will go to kawaguchi next month and you have given us some good ideas of what to expect and what to do...... enjoyed your presenting style too mate - super chilled and fun :)

I take that as a compliment of the highest level 😁

You actually watched it all!? You must have a high tolerance for painful cringe 😂 but thanks for saying so, glad you enjoyed it.

Thanks for your comment, and good idea! I wrote the hotel names in the description along with some linls. I hope it helps!

Thanks! I'd say you picked two of the best things to do. Did you get a good view of Fuji or was it cloudy?

During the panoramic view of the mountain, there were clouds on the right side of the volcano, and during the boat ride, it was covering around 40% so I could barely see the summit. It was a wonderful experience nonetheless. I hope to go there next time either spring or fall so I could see its snowcap.@@Japan-chan

This place was actually so much fun, and doesn't take long at all to enjoy.

Totally under-talked about I think. This place has so much of Japan's charm in one area.

@@Japan-chan wow I envy u been there and thnk u for ur sharing a wonderful place in Japan some day want visit around mt. Fuji but actually I’m living in Japan but so far my place .

I hope you can visit there someday. I recommend going in the winter season for the best chance of a clear Mt Fuji view. Sakura season is really busy and summer is often cloudy 😅

@@Japan-chan okey .. susb u my friend and more vlog pls about japan ..

Sure, I'll do my best 😁 please look forward to my future videos!

It's nice during the summer because the caves are cold! I recommend them for a quick thing to do 😁

😂 I'll keep that one in the bank for if I ever open a merch shop. But yeah great place to visit in Japan, hope you get the chance one day to see that magnificant tip.

OMG lol I've watched this scene so many time through editing and never noticed that! Good eyes! Kind of funny I then say "everyone is so friendly". Haha what a hidden gem. Please point out any more if you ever spot them again, I can't tell you how much I enjoy seeing this kinda stuff.

😁 thanks appreciate that a lot! Glad you enjoyed it. I loved going to all these events.

I miss them all too! Please tell me when the castle is open for visitors again and I'll try to make a trip there 😊

@@Japan-chan certainly!

Thanks, I appreciate the comment! I've been traveling all over Japan recently and filming, so I hope you can enjoy those vids too. I've never been to Okinawa though. Seriously wanna go though.

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it! Honestly, there are a LOT of stairs.. to the Buddha carved into the mountain, it's not so bad. . But from there the stairs might be a bit tio much. Especially between the cliff edge and the Big Buddha, that's a serious trek of stairs. Maybe the first half of the vid is doable IF you took it slow. I'd rather suggest Kachi Kachi Yama in Kawaguchiko, as it has very few stairs and great views of mt Fuji. I'll post a video with it in soon actually. I hope it can help you decide.

@@Japan-chan Thanks, me and my mom was at kachi kachi ropeway and went to the top. It was not too hard for her. My mom loves to see Daibutsu. I actually shared your video to her. Hopefully she would not find it too hard for her :D

@@pok5555 oh wow you are reals adventurers! I thought that one was a bit more unknown. . She has great taste! I love daibutsus too. There is a famous one in Kamakura, and one in an amazingly massive temple in Nara called Todai-ji. Maybe you've already seen them? But if not, check them out, easy to access too.

Glad you enjoyed it

Thanks! I'm glad that you enjoyed it. It makes doing the hike with all my equipment worth it 😂

Your welcome! It was so much fun 😁 And thanks for your comment too! Which day did you go to? I wonder if we might of passed each other 😂 I went to day 1. And yeah me too! It was a lot to make this video, but if they do another one then I'll definitely be going again and making another.

@@Japan-chan I went both days. I can't wait for the bluray to come out!

@@faiyez Luckily just a few months to wait. I noticed the live screen footage at the show was different to the global live stream. Maybe the dvd will be edited different? Also, all the pre-event stuff.

@@Japan-chan Yes, the bluray should be edited differently from the livestream.

@@faiyez Persona Super Live P-Sound Wish 2022 Blu-ray & CD Set Release Announced for May 24, 2023. Gunna cost 24,800 yen / 190 dollars. Kinda pricey!!