Mt. Mitsutoge hike (upcoming)

This Saturday, I'm going hiking with my colleague and some friends (Char & Christina) from the States to Mt. Mitsutoge in Kawaguichiko, Yamanashi prefecture! Check out the details below but I can't wait! I love hiking and taking in beautiful views from summits. There's also onsen (hot spring) available on this trip.

Under the list of things to bring, there was a mini-Crampon suggested. I didn't know what a Crampon was and my friend, Christina, asked me what they were. I told her it was a crappy tampon...if you want to know what it is, check it out below.

What: Mt. Mitsutoge hike
When: April 21 (Saturday)
Where: Kawaguchiko, Yamanashi

A brief description of what will happen on the hike:
- Meet at Shinjuku at 7:15am or at Mitsutoge stationat 9:40am
Check meeting spot in Shinjuku here:http://www.tokyogai jins.com/ maps/shinjuku. html

- Group orientation/ safety briefing
- Start the hike at 10am
- Arrive at the summit at around 1:30pm
- Picnic lunch- Start the descend at 2pm
- Arrive at Kawaguchiko area at around 4:30pm
- Onsen (optional)
- Arrive back in Shinjuku at around 9pm

How much: FREE

Take note the following:- This is a fast paced hike so you have to bereasonably fit to join- Buddy-buddy system will be applied

- Mt. Mitsutoge peak is 1,785m high

- We will finish the hike near Kawaguchiko station

What to wear/bring:
- Food/snacks
- Soft drinks/water
- Hiking shoes or trainers with ankle protection
- Clothes appropriate for hiking & weather
- Comfortable socks
- Small backpack
- Mini crampons (if you have any!)
- Hat
- Sun cream
- Sunglasses
- Towel
- Raincoat (just in case it rains)
- Camera
- Cash