Japan & Kamchatka · Region
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Reviewed by Blake Penson, Expedition Advisor. Two decades in the mountains, the Seven Summits, two Everest expeditions.
Last reviewed 9 October 2026
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ERTI 4.22 overall
Based in Australia
★ 5.0 · 3 reviews in Japan & Kamchatka · Last review: Feb 2022
Reviewed for: Mount Fuji (3)
ERTI 3.47 overall
Based in Germany
★ 4.4 · 1 review in Japan & Kamchatka · Last review: Feb 2020
Reviewed for: Kamchatka volcanoes (1)
| # | Operator | Stars here | Reviews | Latest review | Safety | Value | Food | Team spirit | Camps |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Feeding The Rat Expeditions | 5.0★ | 3 | February 2022 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| 2 | Hohenbergsteigen | 4.4★ | 1 | February 2020 | 4.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 |
Feeding The Rat Expeditions
Mount Fuji · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
This was a self-supported 10 day trip over a mountain and down the canyons into the river to the ocean. I had witnessed one of the most beautiful sunrises I had ever seen in Japan on the top of the mountain. The river was interesting, long periods of cruising, with good rapids…
By Jason C.
Feeding The Rat Expeditions
Mount Fuji · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
I climbed Fuji with Feeding the Rat several times in 2021. The first time I was unprepared for the difficulty of it. However, with tips from the guide I was with I was able to attempt a few more times in 2021. I have used guides many times, and often the worst time is in the…
By Verified Reviewer
Feeding The Rat Expeditions
Mount Fuji · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
I am looking to climb 8000m peaks over the next few years. Few places in Japan offer the difficulty and weather needed to prepare. Mt Fuji, is probably the best place to do it in Japan, but you need a service with someone who has climbed it in winter, many times, as there is…
By Jason C.
Hohenbergsteigen
Kamchatka volcanoes · Rated 4.4/5 · Reviewed
Excellent preparation and guiding by the team. Fantastic experience in a remote and wild country. The mixture of alpine style ski touring in an active volcanic area makes this trip un unforgettable experience. Our first lines on those steep volcanos were only topped by the…
By Reto
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Last updated 9 February 2022 (newest review or price update for this region).
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As of 16 October 2026, 2 operators have 4 verified client reviews in Japan & Kamchatka across 2 places on ExpedReview.
Feeding The Rat Expeditions is ranked first, with 5.0★ from 3 reviews (latest February 2022). The ranking is built from verified client reviews in Japan & Kamchatka, and recent reviews count more.
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The latest verified review in Japan & Kamchatka is from February 2022.