Mount Fuji is many things to Japan – including ... both from the University of Tokyo. They begin their search with a land survey. Using ground-penetrating radar, they locate what could be ...

Ancient history and sophisticated modern technology mingle seamlessly in Japan and together create some Japan landmarks not ...

There is an old Japanese saying that to climb Fuji once is wise, to climb it twice is to proclaim oneself a fool.” ...

Rising high above the bustling streets of Japan’s capital, Tokyo Tower is a landmark that offers visitors an unforgettable ...

Mount Fuji is one of the iconic symbols of Japan, a source of inspiration for ... Chuo Expressway and the JR Chuo line, which connects Tokyo with Nagoya. Mount Fuji's last eruption began on ...

said scientists from Yamanashi Prefecture’s Mount Fuji Research Institute and the Atmosphere and Ocean Research Institute of the University of Tokyo. “Our accomplishment could change the exist ...

The observation decks offer 360-degree views of Tokyo's sprawling ... buildings in the skyline. And if you visit on a really clear day, you'll be able to spot Mount Fuji in the distance.

my 16-day holiday covered Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Osaka and Hiroshima – taking between 1-3 hours to jump from one location to the next. It’s also worth pointing out that now Japan Rail Pass ...

FUJIYOSHIDA, Yamanashi Prefecture--Park rangers on Japan's ... this year on Mount Fuji, which straddles the prefectures of Yamanashi and Shizuoka about 136 km (85 miles) from Tokyo, runs until ...

I fell in love with the city and Japan’s culture ... to enjoy Tokyo’s skyline during the day and at night. On rare occasions, you can see Mount Fuji. While it’s not as high up, if you ...

Kyoto authorities announced Tuesday plans to hike lodging taxes, as Japan's ancient capital ... bullet train ride away from Tokyo -- with a view of Mount Fuji on the way -- is famed for its ...