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

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

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

Last year, Yamanashi region -- home to Mount Fuji -- introduced a 2,000 yen ($14) entry fee plus an optional donation for the ...

Last year, Yamanashi region -- home to Mount Fuji -- introduced a 2,000 yen ($14) entry fee plus an optional donation for the active volcano's most popular hiking route, the Yoshida Trail.

Last year, Japan started collecting entry fees of ¥2,000 (£10) per head from people climbing the famous volcano to limit the ...

Starting this summer, hikers will face a significant increase in the cost to climb Mount Fuji. The post You’ll now have to ...

Last year, Yokota Outdoor Recreation increased its Mount Fuji trip fare by $20 to a total of $90. At Camp Zama, headquarters of U.S. Army Japan, outdoor recreation prices for Fuji trips are unlikely ...

Hikers attempting any of Mount Fuji's four main trails will be charged an entry fee of 4,000 yen from this summer, after ...

Japan has introduced a hefty entry fee for all four of the main trails of Mount Fuji amid overtourism.According to ...

From this summer, climbers on Mount Fuji will be charged ... hikers on the Yoshida trail to 4,000. The toll gate opened at 3am each day and closed at 4pm during the 2024 hiking season, barring ...

Many hikers who underestimated the mountain's trails by wearing ... a video and pass a test on hiking safety, environmental protection and local rules. Mount Fuji isn't the only place in Japan ...