Mount Fuji Implements Entry Fee and Daily Cap to Manage Climbing Season Crowds

New measures aim to enhance safety and reduce environmental impact on Japan's iconic peak.

A 2,000 yen fee is now required for climbers on the Yoshida Trail, with a daily limit of 4,000 hikers.
Online reservations have been introduced to control the number of visitors.
Authorities stress the changes are designed to protect lives and preserve the environment.
Mount Fuji attracts over 220,000 visitors during the July-September climbing season.
Local residents have raised concerns about the negative effects of overtourism.