SHIZUOKA—Climbers ascending Mount Fuji from the Shizuoka Prefecture side will be charged a 4,000 yen ($26) toll in this ...

The new 4,000 yen fee (USD $27) is double the amount of the original "tourist tax" that was instituted in 2024.

SHIZUOKA--Along with registering to climb three trails to Mount Fuji's summit from Shizuoka Prefecture, climbers will be urged to take a "manners lesson" on the internet in advance from this summer.

Prospective hikers to the Japanese tourist site will have to take a class about hiking safety and local rules.

An eruption of the iconic mountain could release 10 times the amount of debris generated by the 2011 earthquake and tsunami.

Japan has outlined a response plan for a potential major disaster if Mount Fuji erupts, despite no current signs of volcanic ...

A Japanese government panel compiled on Friday measures to be taken in the event of ashfall from a large-scale eruption of Mt ...

A UNESCO World heritage site, Mount Fuji has seen an abundance of tourists from all over the world in recent years.To bring ...

Mount Fuji becomes crowded with hikers during the summer, with its trails known for their serious traffic jams. One factor ...

Japan's Mount Fuji introduces a £20 climbing fee and new restrictions to tackle overtourism and safety concerns.

Those heading to Mount Fuji later this year will be shelling out a bit more money to climb the iconic Japanese mountain.