“By strongly promoting comprehensive safety measures for climbing Mount Fuji, we will ensure that ... These hiking huts are located along the Fuji trails and are available to rent for people who opt ...

The climbing season on the active volcano ... Last season, 204,316 people climbed Mount Fuji, with 55% — or 114,857 hikers — taking the Yoshida Trail, according to the ministry.

Many popular spots worldwide are introducing tourist fees for the first time or raising those that already exist. We take a ...

Officials are also cracking down on bullet climbing ... people need to attend a short class with a video and pass a test on hiking safety, environmental protection and local rules. Mount Fuji ...