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.

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

Beginning in the new tourist season, accessing the trails leading to Mount Fuji will cost 4,000 yen (approximately CAD 39). The authorities in Shizuoka and Yamanashi prefectures are implementing these ...

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.

Plan your day trip from Tokyo to Mount Fuji with insights on top hiking routes, viewing spots, where to eat, and the best ...

In July 2024, Japan introduced the first toll payment and restricted the daily number of hikers on the Yoshida trail to 4,000 ...

TOKYO -Hikers attempting any of Mount Fuji’s four main trails will be charged an entry fee of 4,000 yen (S$36) from the summer, after local authorities passed a Bill on March 17. A record influx ...

Tokyo: Hikers attempting any of Mount Fuji's four main trails will be charged an entry fee of 4,000 yen ($27) from this summer, after local authorities passed a bill on Monday. A record influx of ...

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

Hikers attempting any of Mount Fuji's four main trails will be charged an entry fee of ¥4,000 ($27) from this summer after local authorities passed a bill on Monday. A record influx of foreign ...