Can we day hike up Mt. Fuji in April? (not aiming for the top)

by Sebastian
(The Netherlands)

Hello,

I hope I'm not asking a question that was already answered. I will be in Japan at the end of Apr. 2025 with the family, and my oldest son (16) and myself would like to hike on Mt. Fuji.

Being off-season, I'm not aiming for getting to the top. I'm rather looking for a 1 day hike, from a place that's accessible by public transport, and then hiking as far (and as safe) as possible without needing crampons and without taking unnecessary risks. It can be either on our own, or with a guide - as long as we can get the "we walked up the Mt. Fuji" feeling :)

We're both in reasonable condition, we can manage a 1,500m height difference up and down in one day.

What recommendations are there?

Best regards,
Sebastian