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Online reservations will be introduced for visitors climbing Mt. Fuji on the most commonly used trail situated in Yamanashi Prefecture, with the prefectural government set to start collecting entry fees this summer, it said Monday. The new system, which will begin at 10 p.m. on May 20, is aimed at easing congestion at reception by enabling climbers to pay 2,000 yen ($13) in advance. As the prefecture accepts a maximum of 4,000 climbers per day, 3,000 slots will be available via online booking. At least 1,000 visitors will be allowed access by paying the fees at the trail’s reception area on th…