FUJI-KAWAGUCHIKO, Yamanashi Prefecture--Tourists have literally punched holes in this town’s plan to prevent them from becoming nuisances in their quest to take photos of Mount Fuji. As of May ...

but that failed to stop tourists jaywalking on busy roads or trespassing onto private property in the hunt for the best angle to shoot Mt. Fuji. On May 21, they completed construction of a black ...

Yamanashi Prefecture—Restrictions on private vehicles on the roads to Mount Fuji during the climbing season may soon be expanded to include large tour buses and taxis. Authorities said on Dec ...

such anomalies may become the norm. The Japan Meteorological Agency has emphasized the need for global cooperation in ...

Nicknamed Tenku no Torii (gate in the sky), this sky-high architectural gem may have been constructed for religious purposes. It has since become world-renowned for its amazing view of Mount Fuji.

Shizuoka prefecture officials say it is very dangerous to climb the mountain during October through June because facilities hikers may need are not available. Local officials say Mt. Fuji ...

SHIZUOKA, Japan -- Shizuoka prefecture, south of Tokyo, is promoting tour packages for wealthy golfers from abroad. A major ...