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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Japan to Charge Off-Season Mount Fuji Climbers for Helicopter Rescues
Caption: Japan to Charge Off-Season Mount Fuji Climbers for Helicopter Rescues. Japan’s Yamanashi prefecture will charge climbers rescued by helicopter after attempting Mount Fuji during the off-season. The fee aims to discourage reckless climbs when severe weather and dangerous trail conditions create additional risks. Authorities will use a nearby rescue charge of 8,000 yen, or roughly 51 dollars, per five minutes. Climbers attempting Fuji between September and July must also submit detailed plans before starting their ascent. Officials strongly discourage winter climbing because mountain huts and toilets are generally closed during the off-season. Neighbouring Shizuoka prefecture plans penalties for climbers who fail to register or enter restricted areas. Mount Fuji's official climbing season runs from July through early September, attracting around 200,000 hikers annually. Authorities hope stricter rules will encourage better preparation and reduce rescue incidents involving stranded off-season climbers. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Japan,Mount Fuji,helicopter rescues,Yamanashi prefecture,off-season climbing,8,000 yen,rescue fees,dangerous weather,climbing restrictions,September to July,mountain huts,Shizuoka prefecture,200,000 hikers
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