I had the most amazing time hiking Mount Fuji! (Even though it was the hardest thing I ever did in my 35 years of living.) Firstly, our guides, Ms. Sayaka, Mr. Billie, and Mr. Tada, were great communicators, experienced, knowledgeable, and extremely caring. They communicated clearly before we started our hike, gave us plenty of tips on how to conserve our energy, and offered endless encouragement. During the hike, they were very diligent in keeping the group together, ensuring our safety, and showering us with positivity, even though it was a very tough (murderous) hike. For example, Mr. Tada and Mr. Billie gave us a safety briefing before we started, and they managed to break the ice and make us feel confident in them and the guides. They were very experienced and extremely capable guides, which made me feel very safe in their care. Special thanks to Ms. Sayaka for her endless encouragement; she helped me push through the hike. Lastly, the gear provided was sturdy, reliable, and of amazing quality.