Two municipalities at the foot of Mount Fuji plan to introduce an accommodation tax as early as 2026 to improve the local ...

Mount Fuji hasn’t erupted since 1707. But for Volcanic Disaster Preparedness Day, Japanese officials have released computer- ...

Inspectors will be making sure hikers have appropriate clothing and gear to reduce accidents and rescues of those who are not ...

Huge crowds of visitors during cherry blossom season have put a picturesque Japanese town on edge. Some residents are trying ...

Suruga Bay in Shizuoka Prefecture is Japan’s deepest bay, offering spectacular Mount Fuji views, rich seafood, and cultural treasures. From scenic ferry rides to tea farm tours, it’s a destination ...

Tourists asked to stop tossing coins in Mount Fuji ponds over water concerns - The ponds in the village of Oshino Hakkai are known for their mineral-rich spring water ...

FUJIYOSHIDA, Japan (AP) — The trouble started with a beautiful photo. Social media was soon awash with the lovely view of Japan's snow-capped Mount Fuji looming over a red pagoda and the short-lived ...

Japan is filled with rich history and stunning natural sights — from snow-capped volcanic peaks to ancient temples and ...

We finally made it to Mount Fuji… and honestly, nothing could have prepared us for this. After years of dreaming about seeing ...

Anyone planning a trip to Japan usually wants to see Mount Fuji. Japan’s highest mountain is not only a popular photo subject but also part of the UNESCO World Heritage. However, those who want to see ...

Foreign and national visitors arrive at the entrance of Arakurayama Sengen Park Wednesday, April 8, 2026, in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture, west of Tokyo. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko) Foreign and ...