Tourists Poke Holes in Mount Fuji Photo Barrier
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Tourists have been poking holes in a screen erected to block photos of Mount Fuji in Fujikawaguchiko, Japan, to prevent overcrowding and littering. Despite spending 1.3 million yen on the barrier, officials found 10 camera-sized holes soon after its installation. The town aims to discourage tourists and promote alternative attractions, reflecting a broader trend of managing overtourism in popular destinations.
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