Explore More with Fuji Outdoor

Shu's first encounter with Mt. Fuji, a solo summit after being left behind by his group, sparked a lasting passion for mountaineering.

This early experience instilled in him resilience and a deep respect for the mountain environment, further enhanced by his backcountry skiing adventures in Hakkōda and Hokkaido.

Shu's ability to appreciate both urban and natural settings allows him to connect with diverse travelers and share his love for Mt. Fuji.

Dylan has a passion for the outdoors and adventure.  

Originally from California, Japan has been his home for 13 years. 

Fluent in Japanese and well-versed in the country’s rich history, Dylan brings a unique perspective to every Mt. Fuji tour, blending cultural insights with thrilling outdoor experiences. 

Whether hiking trails or sharing knowledge about Japan, Dylan’s goal is to create unforgettable journeys that connect guests with the beauty of the mountain and spirit of this incredible land.

Originally from Puerto Rico and a long-term resident of Japan for over 20 years, David brings a decade of extensive hiking and snowboarding experience to guiding on Mt. Fuji. 

Having summited over 100 times, his unparalleled knowledge of the mountain's terrain and challenges ensures a safe and insightful experience for every guest. 

David's deep appreciation for Japanese culture and his approachable demeanor make him an exceptional guide for your Mt. Fuji adventure.

 

Ben's journey as a guide began early, shaped by the challenging icy slopes of Maine.

His passion for sharing the wilderness with others was ignited in high school, where he founded an outdoor club to lead fellow students on adventures. 

Ben moved to Japan for a winter ski season and was immediately captivated by the country's unique beauty, rich culture, exquisite food, and unparalleled powder. 

Now a dedicated guide with Fuji Outdoor, Ben brings his extensive outdoor background and a profound love for Japan to every expedition, ensuring guests have a safe, enriching, and unforgettable experience on Mount Fuji.

Born in Colombia, Jose's developed a deep connection to the mountains from a young age. With years of experience in the snow industry across Canada and Japan, he cultivated a profound passion for backcountry skiing and mountaineering. 

Now based in Japan, Jose is realizing a long-held dream of hiking Mount Fuji and is excited to share a love for the outdoors.

As a guide with Fuji Outdoor, Jose is dedicated to helping adventurers of all levels experience the mountains in a safe and unforgettable way.

Tony lives for the outdoors and his love for the mountains is infectious. Hailing from New Zealand, he spent his younger years playing and working in the club fields and peaks of the Southern Alps where he developed a solid understanding of the alpine environment, 30 years on and his knowledge and passion for the mountains is unmistakable. His low-key but effective guiding style teamed with a classic kiwi sense of humour, ensures anyone he guides has an epic day out in the mountains.

Mattias has been an outdoor guide with extensive knowledge of Japan and has been working in the outdoor industry all over the country for the last decade. 

Born to Japanese and Swedish parents and having lived all over the world, he is as multicultural as one can be. 

Mattias considers Japan's mountains to be its greatest treasure. He has climbed Mt Fuji nearly to 300 times and cannot wait to share good times with you!

Clayton grew up skiing and snowboarding on the river banks of Edmonton, Alberta and the Rocky Mountain resorts of Jasper and Banff. Working at the local ski hill from the age of 15, he knew he wanted to be part of the ski and snowboard industry for the rest of his life.

In 1996, Clayton had the opportunity to visit Japan for the summer. After seeing firsthand the incredible popularity of snowboarding, his original plan was to bring Japanese snowboarders to Canada for multiple resort tours and backcountry experiences. With very little Japanese ability, no money, and no connections, he failed big time!

After studying Japanese and graduating with a degree in international business from the Universty of Alberta, he headed back to Japan in 1998 to make those connections, and immediately fell in love with the food, culture, and ridiculously deep powder.

While teaching English and gaining a foothold in Japan, Clayton finally had an opportunity to put his years of exploring the resorts and mountains of Hokkaido to use. The rest is history!