Selfies Blocked: Mount Fuji View Ban Enforced Due to Overtourism
Fujikawaguchiko, a town at the foot of the Yoshida Trail to Mount Fuji in Japan, has taken drastic measures to combat the influx of tourists seeking the perfect selfie with the iconic mountain as the backdrop. The town has been overwhelmed by foreigners eager to capture the picturesque scene, particularly in front of a large Lawson convenience store where the contrast between the fluorescent-lit shop and the natural beauty of Mount Fuji is stark. In …