Fujifilm was one of the first camera makers to embrace mirrorless systems and has one of the most well-established lens libraries. These are the best we've tested. Images, and the devices that ...

When is cherry blossom in bloom in London? Generally, April is cherry blossom (or sakura) month in London. But the blooms can appear as early as March — and last as late as May. If it's been a ...

Strange weather patterns seem to have confused even the flowers. Although Japan’s National Weather Agency had declared the start of the sakura season, few trees were ready. Outside our room at the ...

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 ...

Sakura season is upon us once again. Japan is home to hundreds of varieties of the fleeting flowers, but do you know your Kanzan from your Ukon? Here’s a quick guide to introduce you to a mere ...

Japan has released a report detailing countermeasures to be taken if Mount Fuji were to erupt and release vast amounts of volcanic ash across the east of the country, including Tokyo. While there ...

The Japanese government has issued guidelines for residents to stay indoors during potential Mount Fuji eruptions. The expert panel categorizes ashfall into four severity levels, issuing ...

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 ...

Vancouver showers bring pink-coloured flowers. That’s how the saying goes, right? Next to Japan, Vancouver is a great place to go on a sakuragari (or sakura hunting) adventure during cherry blossom ...