Japan has released a report detailing countermeasures to be taken if Mount Fuji were to erupt and release vast amounts of volcanic ash across the east of the country, including Tokyo. While there ...

(CNN) — Mount Fuji is a UNESCO World heritage site, a world-famous landmark and an icon of Japan. But it has also become a “trash mountain” overcrowded by millions of tourists. To try and ...

FUJIYOSHIDA, Japan -- The quest to share an iconic image of Japan on social media is driving a tourist boom near Mount Fuji that is spreading far beyond the beaten track. Fujiyoshida, formerly a ...

Residents have been advised to stay home to avoid panic and stock up on groceries if Mount Fuji erupts and covers Tokyo in ash, according to guidelines released by a government expert panel.

A panel of experts has issued guidance to greater Tokyo residents in the event Mount Fuji erupts, telling them to stay indoors unless the ashfall becomes severe. The guidelines were issued to the ...

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SHIZUOKA--Along with registering to climb three trails to Mount Fuji's summit from Shizuoka Prefecture, climbers will be urged to take a "manners lesson" on the internet in advance from this summer.

The Japanese government has released new guidelines for residents in case of a Mount Fuji eruption, advising them to stay home and avoid panic. Those in wooden houses should evacuate if ash exceeds 30 ...

Starting this summer, hikers on Mount Fuji’s four main trails will face a 4,000 yen (Rs 2,289) entry fee as authorities step up efforts to deal with overcrowding and protect the environment. A sharp ...

A UNESCO World heritage site, Mount Fuji has seen an abundance of tourists from all over the world in recent years. To bring some balance to the landmark, Shizuoka and Yamanashi prefectures have ...