Japanese Town Installs Barrier to Block Mount Fuji View Due to Tourist Misbehavior

The town of Fujikawaguchiko has erected a large screen to obstruct the view of Mount Fuji, aiming to manage the surge in misbehaving tourists.

The screen, intended to curb the influx of tourists, will be over 8 feet high and 65 feet long, significantly obscuring the view of the iconic mountain.
Local business owners express mixed feelings, noting that while tourism boosts the economy, the behavior of some visitors has become a concern.
Residents report issues such as littering, ignoring traffic signals, and trespassing, prompting the drastic measure.
Comparisons are drawn to other tourist-heavy locations like Venice, which has implemented a fee system to control visitor numbers.
The measure reflects a broader trend of popular destinations worldwide taking steps to manage the impacts of increased tourism.