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Father leaves son alone on Mount Fuji

Updated 2026-08-22 08:55 UTC 2 sources Negative

A father reportedly left his 7-year-old son alone on Mount Fuji while continuing his hike. The incident has raised concerns about parental responsibility and safety measures.

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Al Jazeera

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BBC News

Father leaves 7-year-old son alone on Mount Fuji to continue hike, reports say

The man had taken his two boys on the trip but is said to have left one behind when he got tired.

2026-08-22 08:40 UTC