Heads up if you're planning to hike up Mount Fuji in 2025! Starting this summer, you'll need to pay a fee to access any of ...
In July 2024, Japan introduced the first toll payment and restricted the daily number of hikers on the Yoshida trail to 4,000. The toll gate opened at 3am each day and closed at 4pm during the 2024 ...
The hike in the climbing fee of Japan's Mount Fuji is being implemented amid growing concerns about climber density and its impact on the environment.
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Mount Fuji hikers will face a 4,000 yen fee starting in 2025, as Japan implements new measures to curb overtourism and protect the iconic mountain.
All 4 trails up Japan’s tallest mountain will cost more to use this year. Curbs on ‘bullet climbing’ rapid ascents will also ...
SHIZUOKA—Climbers ascending Mount Fuji from the Shizuoka Prefecture side will be charged a 4,000 yen ($26) toll in this ...
Japan will introduce climbing fees on Mount Fuji’s four main trails this summer to address overcrowding and enhance safety for tourists.
Last year, Japan started collecting entry fees of ¥2,000 (£10) per head from people climbing the famous volcano to limit the ...
Beginning in the new tourist season, accessing the trails leading to Mount Fuji will cost 4,000 yen (approximately CAD 39).
From classic sights to lesser-known gems and transport tips to seasonal highlights, here’s the lowdown on visiting Japan.
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