Japan has decided to abandon the idea of constructing a light railway on Mount Fuji and is exploring the adoption of a Chinese-developed hydrogen-powered transport alternative. The proposed transport system from China's CRRC, known as Autonomous Rail Rapid Transit (ART), operates like a tram-bus hybrid and utilizes rubber tires on roads instead of traditional rails. Yamanashi governor Kotaro Nagasaki expressed the potential benefits of the 'Fuji Tram' option, emphasizing cost reduction in construction, management of overcrowding during peak seasons, and a decrease in CO2 emissions. In an effort to maintain control over the environmental impact caused by the escalating number of visitors to Mount Fuji, Japan is seeking innovative solutions. Despite the consideration of the Chinese technology, Governor Nagasaki voiced his preference for Japanese companies to lead this project and even suggested establishing the production base in Yamanashi for added local economic advantages. The surge in tourists flocking to Japan's iconic mountain has posed challenges for authorities in implementing effective crowd management strategies. To address these issues, measures such as an entry fee and crowd control efforts have been somewhat successful in limiting the number of climbers. Preliminary data indicated a reduction in the total climbers this year, signifying the importance of sustainable initiatives to preserve the environment and ensure a positive experience for visitors.