For 16 generations, master gardeners in this one family have dedicated their lives to preserving one of the nation's most cherished – and highly sought-out – symbols.

I’m a believer. Not in a higher power, but in the power of sacred spaces to move, challenge, educate and uplift me.

Travelers to Japan should seek out this mirror-like lake near Mount Fuji that promises unbeatable views of the mountain and great cherry blossom-viewing.

Tourists walk past shops and restaurants up the hill leading to Kiyomizu-dera Temple in the city of Kyoto ... away from Tokyo -- with a view of Mount Fuji on the way -- is famed for its kimono ...

Don’t miss the fantastic Jagalchi Fish Market (the largest in Korea), stop in at the waterfront temple of Haedong Yonggungsa and get acquainted with the thriving contemporary art scene.

Japanese officials believe they're taking steps to better manage visitor numbers at Mount Fuji. For now ... taxes to as much as 10,000 yen ($66) next March. And the national government is also ...

Mount Fuji is taking another step toward curbing overtourism by doubling its entry fee this summer. A bill passed last week set an entrance fee of ¥4,000 (about $26.66) for hikers wanting to ...

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 ...

TOKYO -- Mount Fuji becomes crowded with hikers during the summer, with its trails known for their serious traffic jams. One factor contributing to this is when many hikers aim to view the sunrise ...