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Posted: Thu Feb 05, 2026 11:34 am
Due to overcrowding, badly behaved tourists, and a general lack of respect for the local area, Japanese authorities have decided to end the decade-long Cherry Blossom festival in Fujiyoshida. Despite its huge tourist draw and almost unmatched views of the renowned trees and Mount Fuji, the damage to the area simply isn't worth it for locals.
Source: https://screenrant.com/japan-cherry-blo ... cancelled/