Dangerous’ pair on way to Mount Fuji drank whisky, took dog for walk on snarled-up carriageway following tour bus accident.

The town resides at about 3,300 feet and, on a clear day, provides excellent views of Mt. Fuji. So some friends and I hired an English-speaking guide and driver to take us to Hakone Friday.

First up, anyone climbing Fuji must pay 4,000 yen ($27) for a permit. They will also have to book slots online, as the mountain is restricted to 4,000 visitors per day. That’s double the price ...

Plan your day trip from Tokyo to Mount Fuji with insights on top hiking routes, viewing spots, where to eat, and the best ...

“On clear days you can ... In 1998, Watanabe founded the Mount Fuji Club to conduct cleanup campaigns. Each year up to 16,000 volunteers join the periodic, all-day efforts.

Mount Fuji is taking another step toward curbing overtourism ... with numbers having been capped to 4,000 per day. Officials are also cracking down on bullet climbing, or attempting to summit ...

Japanese authorities have issued guidance on how the public should respond if the famous Mount Fuji volcano ... even during the day, the government added. “As a response to widespread ashfall ...

It was also his day off. Despite his dedication ... bringing with it the possibility of snowfall on Mount Fuji’s summit. Should the skies be clear, the city will be able to see the outcome.

Battling overtourism and littering, Mount Fuji will now double its tourist tax. Here's what travelers should know.