Mt. Fuji’s climbing season typically lasts from July through August. During these two months, trails are crowded and mountain huts are packed, with people sleeping close to each other on the floor.

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 ...

FUJIYOSHIDA, Yamanashi Prefecture--Park rangers on Japan's sacred Mount Fuji officially started this year's climbing season about 90 minutes before sunrise on Monday, levying new trail fees and ...

Climbing Japan's iconic Mount Fuji is prohibited for most of ... Bonus points for catching the sunset -- it's Fuji at its most romantic! Feeling inspired by nature? Pair your visit with a detour ...

The theme of the main venue is "Beautiful Mt. Fuji." Using the latest LED technology ... The lights are lit after sunset and until the venue is closed. The event runs until June 1 next year.

On a grey, rainy Saturday a steady stream of tour buses arrive at a base station of Japan's Mount Fuji depositing dozens of lightly dressed foreign tourists in front of souvenir shops and restaurants.

Kyoto authorities announced Tuesday plans to hike lodging taxes, as Japan's ancient capital seeks ... ride away from Tokyo -- with a view of Mount Fuji on the way -- is famed for its kimono ...

STAFF FAVORITE: A common home-cooked dish in Japan, Mt. Fuji takes miso saba (marinated grilled mackerel) to new heights with the addition of ponzu, pickled watermelon radish, crispy leeks and ...