Travel rules
Can I fly a drone near Mount Fuji?
Only if the aircraft is properly registered where required and the location/flight complies with national aviation rules plus any local or land-manager restrictions.
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What you need to know
Requirements & exceptions
- Airspace, crowd, time-of-day and flight-method restrictions can require permission/approval.
- Parks, temples and private land can impose separate bans.
Documents
- Passport
- Item/activity-specific permits or certificates if required
Likely cost
Registration, insurance, equipment and any application/permission costs depend on aircraft and flight type; land/facility permissions may be separate.
Where to act
MLIT/JCAB DIPS 2.0 for aircraft registration/flight applications, plus the landowner or facility manager for the takeoff/landing location.