Climbing Mt. Fuji was supposed to be an unforgettable experience, but it quickly turned into a nightmare. 😞 From the grueling ascent to the harsh conditions, nothing went as planned.

SHIZUOKA--Mount Fuji will be off-limits during the popular summer climbing season to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus. Shizuoka Prefecture announced on May 18 that the three major ...

Local officials and mountaineering experts are warning against risky climbing practices on Mt. Fuji as more accidents have occurred in recent years. Four hikers died there just before the season's ...

Mount Fuji, one of Japan’s most popular attractions, is facing growing pressures from overtourism. As 2024 has seen record-breaking visitor numbers, the iconic mountain is struggling to balance ...

Many tourists who arrive in Japan put climbing Mount Fuji high on their list of things to do. This summer they were back in big numbers to tackle the country's most iconic peak. Often they find ...

Yamanashi Prefecture—Restrictions on private vehicles on the roads to Mount Fuji during the climbing season may soon be expanded to include large tour buses and taxis. Authorities said on Dec ...

TOKYO: Three people were found without vital signs near the summit of Mount Fuji, Japanese media reported on Wednesday (June 26), just days before the summer climbing season begins. Authorities ...

Authorities have also taken steps beyond Kyoto, including introducing an entry fee and a daily cap on the number of hikers climbing Mount Fuji. Last year a barrier was briefly erected outside a ...

The new levies will take effect in 2026, subject to approval from the city assembly. Read more at straitstimes.com.