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Mount Fuji Claims Multiple Lives Ahead of Climbing Season

Authorities recover bodies near summit as safety concerns mount over Japan's iconic peak.

  • Four bodies found near Mount Fuji's crater as search for missing climber continues.
  • Climbing season officially starts Monday, with over 220,000 expected to ascend the mountain.
  • Officials to implement entry fees and cap entries on the Yoshida trail to manage overcrowding.
  • Mount Fuji's challenging conditions lead to frequent injuries and illnesses among climbers.
  • Safety and environmental issues have been raised due to the increasing number of visitors.
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