They do have roach traps, which should be able to take care of a small infestation. I would not buy the "gas" bombs, because these could leave poisons in your residence long after you intend. Good luck taking care of the enemy!

I'm quite surprised they didn't just install some sort of inflatable mattress and instruct people to jump.

The real question is, what is the safety measure for people on floors 4-8? Or how about the 30+ story building next door?

I talked with my fiancee (a Master's level Emergency Room Nurse) about this very topic, and while she did think altitude sickness was a factor, she also agreed that most people could overcome it through going slowly.

Then when talking to my Japanese friend about Fuji, he mentioned that he had only made it to station "9.6" before turning around. Why come so close and turn around, I asked. He responded that after surging up the mountain as fast as possible, he was physically ill. He had to take refuge on the mountain (there being no huts at that level), when the weather turned bad and he had to descend.

Of course he's fine, but a prime example of everything we've been warning about.

You see, even a full fire extinguisher I'd understand. As you run to safety、you can grab the extinguisher and save the day. An empty one, though...maybe you feel the need to loot the building while the fire ravages?

Much appreciated. I did eventually determine who it was, and I remember walking the halls quietly for about 10 minutes. That's a strange thing to do in elementary.

I'm continuing to update this post as people give advice. Please, any opinions you have, give them here in the comments.

Thanks! If you can, give yourself an extra day or two in the Fuji area. Seems the rainy season has been moving to July, so look for a window of opportunity and go!

Heh, YOU can bring YOUR Macbook up the mountain. Mine's staying somewhere nice and warm and padded.

The comments are much appreciated, and I inserted brief snippets into the post where appropriate. Thanks!

Big compliment coming from you! Thanks!