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

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.

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

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

Climbing Mount Fuji, a UNESCO World Heritage site and iconic symbol of Japan, is about to change significantly with new regulations aimed at combatting overtourism. Starting in 2025, visitors will ...

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

Now people need to attend a short class with a video and pass a test on hiking safety, environmental protection and local rules. Mount Fuji isn't the only place in Japan that's been struggling ...

Starting this summer, hikers on Mount Fuji’s four main trails will face a 4,000 yen ($27) entry fee to address overcrowding ...

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

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

Mount Fuji is covered in snow for most of the year, but during the summer hiking season many trudge up its steep, rocky slopes through the night to see the sunrise. The symmetrical mountain has ...

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