Japan’s Mount Fuji to Hike Entry Fees

Key Points

• Japan has introduced a $27 entry fee for all main trails on Mount Fuji, doubling the fee on some routes to manage overcrowding.
• The number of hikers on Mount Fuji decreased in 2024 compared to the previous year, yet concerns about overtourism remain.
• Japan is implementing additional measures, such as accommodation taxes and considering a higher departure tax, to address overtourism nationwide.

Summary

Japan is increasing entry fees for all of Mount Fuji's main trails to about $27 to manage overcrowding, with the fee for some routes doubling. The number of hikers has declined slightly, but overtourism remains a concern. Additionally, Japan is adopting other measures like new accommodation taxes and contemplating a higher departure tax to tackle the broader issue of overtourism across the country.