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Mount Fuji Hikers to Face New Entry Fees Amidst Touristic Surge

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Introduction to Mount Fuji’s New Entry Fees

In a move aimed at managing the growing number of hikers, local authorities have implemented a new entry fee for climbers attempting any of Mount Fuji’s four main trails. Starting this summer, hikers will be required to pay a fee of 4,000 yen (approximately US$27). This decision comes as Japan’s picturesque landscape attracts an unprecedented influx of foreign tourists, solidifying its status as the world’s most favorite travel destination, as recognized by readers of Condé Nast Traveler last year.

Reasons Behind the Fee Implementation

The increased popularity of Mount Fuji has raised significant concerns regarding overcrowding on its trails, which were once peaceful pilgrimage sites. In 2024, the Yamanashi region, home to the famous mountain, initially introduced a lower fee of 2,000 yen for the Yoshida Trail, which included an optional donation for trail maintenance. To accommodate the overwhelming number of visitors, the region has also placed caps on daily entries and initiated an online reservation system focused on enhancing safety and minimizing environmental impact.

Future Projections for Climbers

As the hiking season approaches, the fees will double to 4,000 yen for the busy July to September climbing season of 2025. Recent data from Japan’s environment ministry indicates that despite the number of climbers decreasing from 221,322 in 2023 to 204,316 in 2024, the hiking numbers continue to surpass pre-pandemic levels. Officials like Natsuko Sodeyama of Shizuoka prefecture acknowledge these figures underline the need for necessary restrictions to ensure climber safety as well as preservation of this majestic site.

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Ju She
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