Hikers attempting any of Mount Fuji's four main trails will be charged an entry fee of 4,000 yen ($27) from this summer, ...

Japan will introduce climbing fees on Mount Fuji’s four main trails this summer to address overcrowding and enhance safety for tourists.

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The composer and saxophonist Yasuaki Shimizu is at home in free jazz, classical and art pop. Finally touring North America, ...

An immersive exhibition by leading international artist Hrair Sarkissian, comprising photography, moving image, sound and installation work opens at Wolverhampton Art Gallery on Saturday, 29 March.

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Discover the Asian countries that allow dual citizenship and the requirements you should meet if you wish to pursue it.

Greenwich Park has long been hailed as one of the best places in the city to see cherry blossom – along with the likes of Regent’s Park, Kew Gardens and St Paul’s Cathedral. So, if you’re unable to ...

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