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

From classic sights to lesser-known gems and transport tips to seasonal highlights, here’s the lowdown on visiting Japan.

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

An interest that can be traced all the way back to my childhood as a young girl living in Texas, a couple of my fondest ...

Whether you’re heading deep into the backcountry or simply enjoying a few hours on your local trail, finding a good pair of lightweight hiking shoes is a critical decision. The right footwear ...

"All the equipment brought was left at Terrace Besar," said ... Three people were found lying unconscious near the crater of Mount Fuji on the first day the climbing season for Japan's highest ...

Documents recently obtained by the Save Our Summits group, under a Right to Information request, suggested there were plans to close Mount Beerwah ... people from climbing was the equivalent ...

up past the Fainters Lookout and down to Mt Beauty. Originally an access trail for firefighters, the fireroad was once used to put out blazes sparked by lightning around the area. Now, it is more ...

Local governments and private organizations are taking action to maintain a safe climbing environment. At Mt. Fuji, the Yamanashi prefectural government ... In April 2023, groups and outdoor gear ...