Fujiyoshida cancels cherry blossom festival due to overtourism

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Japanese town cancels cherry blossom festival due to overwhelming tourist crowds and disruptive behavior. The town of Fujiyoshida is struggling with "tourism pollution," including traffic jams, litter, and tourists disturbing residents, leading to the festival's cancellation. Overtourism is a growing issue in Japan, impacting communities and prompting calls for better management despite the economic benefits of tourism.


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