YAMANASHI REGION
Japan says you'll need to make prior bookings to hike to Mt Fuji, pay a fee
Japanese authorities have introduced an online booking system for Mount Fuji's Yoshida Trail to manage overtourism and address safety and environmental concerns amid a surge in summer visitors. The system will limit daily entries to 4,000 hikers at $13 each, ensuring access and planning for the iconic volcano's ascent.
Mount Fuji faces overcrowding and ecological concerns as visitor numbers soar
Mount Fuji is facing ecological challenges and safety concerns due to the increasing number of visitors. The iconic volcano, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has seen a surge in hikers, both day and night. The facilities, including restaurants and souvenir shops, rely on diesel generators and lorries for water supply and waste removal. The high influx of people also raises the risk of accidents, particularly for climbers ascending at night. Authorities are considering crowd control measures and exploring solutions like a light rail system to preserve the site's natural beauty and cultural significance.
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Japan Mourns as Shinzo Abe's body arrives in Tokyo
The murder of Japan's best-known politician rattled the country and sent shockwaves around the world, particularly given the nation's low levels of violent crime and strict gun laws.
PM Narendra Modi pays heartful tribute to his 'dear friend' Shinzo Abe
PM Modi in a blog "My Friend, Abe San" said, "In the passing away of Abe, Japan and the world have lost a great visionary. And, I have lost a dear friend."
Shinzo Abe: World lost a great visionary, I lost a dear friend: PM Narendra Modi
His far-reaching policies — Abenomics — reinvigorated the Japanese economy and reignited the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship of his people.
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PM Modi holds summit talks with Shinzo Abe
During which the two leaders discussed a range of bilateral, regional and global issues including the situation in the Indo-Pacific region.
Narendra Modi, Shinzo Abe take express train to travel to Tokyo
In a message on the day of the two leaders' summit meeting, Abe said India was driving the region and the world's prosperity as a global power.
PM Modi, Shinzo Abe visit factory of industrial robot manufacturer in Yamanashi
Earlier in the day, Modi was affectionately received by Abe on his arrival at Hotel Mount Fuji in the picturesque Yamanashi prefecture.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets his Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe
The two-day summit beginning Sunday will seek to review the progress in ties and deepen strategic dimension of the bilateral relationship.
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