TOKYO, Feb 5, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - A cherry blossom festival boasting a highly Instagrammable view of Japan's Mount Fuji has been cancelled after residents complained of overtourism fuelled by the weak yen. "Behind (Mount Fuji's) beautiful landscape is the reality that the quiet lives of citizens are threatened. "To protect the dignity and living environment of our citizens, we have decided to bring the curtain down on the 10-year-old festival." The city, however, admits that even if the festival itself is cancelled, its venue -- a park overlooking Mount Fuji, cherry blossom trees and a five-story pagoda -- may still see a spike in visitors as spring nears. Mount Fuji is a perennial tourist attraction.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 05, 2026 20:13 UTC