Mount Fuji is taking another step toward curbing overtourism by doubling its entry fee this summer. A bill passed last week ...

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

If you're up for a challenge, hike to the top of this tall mountain in Japan for stunning views of Mount Fuji, serene nature, ...

The Golden Route is the quintessential travel itinerary for first-time visitors to Japan. It traditionally includes Tokyo, ...

This is the second installment of a series that examines the scars left by the Aum Supreme Truth cult’s chemical attack on the Tokyo subway system on March 20, 1995, and explores the lessons learned ...

A new documentary reveals how a yogi convinced thousands of students to join his murderous cult, providing lessons for ...

Home weather stations check meteorological conditions several times per minute, generating a much more detailed look at what Mother Nature planned right outside your door. There are plenty of ...

If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind flower festival experience in Japan, the Rainbow Flower Festival in Yamanashi should be high on your list. With its breathtaking floral displays, iconic Mount ...

Last year, Yamanashi limited the number of hikers on the Yoshida Trail to 4,000 per day and closed the 5th Station gate from 4 p.m. to 3 a.m., except for hikers with reservations at mountain huts.

Assassin's Creed Shadows does not include Mount Fuji, one of the most representative places in Japan: here's why.

The move by Shizuoka prefecture comes after neighbouring Yamanashi prefecture ... Staff will be stationed at the trails’ 5th station to confirm payment has been made.