A century ago, 16 hills in the city were affectionately categorized as Fujimizaka (the slope for seeing Mount Fuji), all offering unobstructed views of the volcano. But as high-rises and ...

A challenge that has taken on a greater urgency than before the World Heritage listing is disaster prevention at Mount Fuji, an active volcano. The Sept. 27, 2014, eruption of Mount Ontake ...

Mount Fuji is one of the iconic symbols of Japan, a source of inspiration for artists for centuries and a can't-miss destination for modern-day tourists. It is also an active volcano. Last week ...

Japanese authorities have issued guidance on how the public should respond if the famous Mount Fuji volcano, near Tokyo, were to erupt. Experts recommend sheltering at home and maintaining a two ...

The panel also called on municipalities and households to maintain emergency supplies like food and water in case the 3,776-meter volcano were to erupt. Mount Fuji last erupted in 1707.

Hikers attempting any of Mount Fuji's four main trails will be charged ... entry fee plus an optional donation for the active volcano's most popular hiking route, the Yoshida Trail.

The panel also called on munici­palities and households to maintain emergency supplies like food and water in case the 3,776m volcano were to erupt. Mount Fuji last erupted in 1707. In the worst ...