yamanashi prefecture

TRAVEL

Want to Climb Mt. Fuji? You’ll Need a Reservation Now

In a bid to stop overtourism, Yamanashi Prefecture has launched a website and registration system for would-be Mt. Fuji climbers.

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Famous Mt. Fuji Photo Spot Will Be Draped Over Due to Overtourism

This is why we can't have nice things: an influx of tourism is forcing officials to close off an iconic picture spot…

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Shizuoka Wants to Toll Mt. Fuji to Curb Overtourism

To prevent overtourism, Shizuoka Prefecture wants to charge users of its three Mt. Fuji trailheads. The problem? It doesn't own them.

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Mt. Fuji Climbers Hit with New Fee as Overtourism Concerns Soar

Amidst escalating tourism (over-tourism?) at Mt. Fuji, local officials respond with a new fee to ensure a safe climbing experience.

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How to See Mt. Fuji (Without Climbing It)

Thanks to overtourism, climbing Mt. Fuji is tougher than ever. Here are some less taxing alternative viewing locations.

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A Railway on Mt. Fuji?! Why Critics Are Crying Foul

Mt. Fuji may lose its World Heritage Status if it can't control overtourism. But one proposed solution - a railway - has…

FOOD

Fruit Laundering: Japanese Farmers Startled by Brazen Thefts

Luxury Japanese fruit sells for a pretty penny. That's motivating organized crime rings to turn to fruit theft as a new source…

TRAVEL

Cautions Against “Bullet Climbing” as Mt. Fuji Season Starts

Mt. Fuji climbing season is about to start - and officials are warning against the dangers of "bullet climbing".