Tokyo, just before the start of the summer climbing season, reported four bodies found near Mount Fuji’s summit on Wednesday ( Jun 26 ).
Hikers are urged by authorities to be cautious when climbing Japan’s highest hill, where hiking trails formally opened on Monday.
As volunteers searched for a Tokyo resident who did not return home after climbing the mountain, three bodies were discovered close to the comet’s crater, according to federal broadcaster NHK.
According to the report, the man had taken pictures of the mountain and sent them to his home on Sunday.
NHK added that the names of the three body had not yet been revealed.
On Wednesday, a different man reported to the police that his companion had fallen sick and lost consciousness while they were walking near the summit.
The man was taken to a doctor in the area, where his death was confirmed, it said.
Local police could n’t immediately confirm the AFP report.
Although Mount Fuji is largely covered in snow most of the year, more than 220, 000 visitors trek up its steep, steep slopes during the traveling peak in July to September.
Some people attempt to reach the 3, 776m summit without breaking, becoming ill or hurt as a result of climbing through the night to see the sun.
The mountain’s congestion, which is a symbol of Japan and a after tranquil pilgrimage site, has raised safety and environmental issues.
This summer, hikers using the Yoshida trail, the most popular route to Mount Fuji, will be charged 2, 000 yen ( US$ 13 ) each, with entry caps set at 4, 000 for the first time to ease congestion.