Former sports broadcaster Song Jae-ik passed away on March 18. He was 83 years old.Song, who said he would “return to being one of the viewers” after his last broadcast at Jamsil Sports Complex ...

Mount Fuji hikers will face a 4,000 yen fee starting in 2025, as Japan implements new measures to curb overtourism and protect the iconic mountain.

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“There is no other mountain in Japan that attracts that many people in the span of just over two months. So some restrictions are necessary to ensure their safety.” Mount Fuji is covered in ...