Mountain huts are typically fully booked on weekends, school breaks, and national holidays. The peak of the climbing season is the first two weeks of August. If you are planning on staying in a hut, it is highly recommended to time your stay on a weekday and make advanced reservations. As a general rule, huts lower on the mountain are easier to book. Most huts employ English speakers who are used to dealing with foreigners. Guests typically arrive at the hut in the early evening and leave before sunrise.

These huts should not be confused with a hotel type of accomodation. They only provide floor space for temporary rest. Guests are given simple bedding and a spot in a large room that is shared with other guests. There are very few private rooms available and food is often limited to one or two choices. A common dinner item is Japanese-style curry rice (usually available in vegetarian) and the breakfast option is packed to eat during the remainder of the climb. The two-meal option is the most popular because it lightens the load, shortens preparation time, and beats alternative food items available in taste and cost. Meals cost about 1000yen each.

Individual toilet facilities, hot running water, and electric outlets are not available. Cell phone reception is spotty at best.

There are times early and late in the climbing season, and during weekday nights, where walk-in service is available. However, it's best to make arrangements in advance.

**Please know that you must pack-out what you pack-in. There are no public trash facilities available on the mountain.**

When making your reservation please let the hut know the following information:

--Date of stay

--Name of group leader (spell it out).

--Number of males/females in your group.

--Whether you would like dinner and/or breakfast included.

*In Japan, dial the area code (0555) before all the 6 digit numbers. Call numbers starting with (080) as is.