Fujikawaguchiko town official says choice to erect a huge barrier is ‘regrettable’ and last resort
The popular tourist spot of a Lawson convenience shop with view of Mount Fuji behind it, in Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi prefecture. Mostly non-Japanese tourists are overcrowding a stretch of pavement next to the shop, according to town officials.The popular tourist spot of a Lawson convenience shop with view of Mount Fuji behind it, in Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi prefecture. Mostly non-Japanese tourists are overcrowding a stretch of pavement next to the shop, according to town officials.
Record numbers of overseas tourists are travelling to the country, where monthly visitors exceeded three million in March for the first time ever. But this viewpoint is particularly popular because the majestic volcano appears behind a Lawson convenience store, which are ubiquitous in Japan.Due to this visual juxtaposition, “a reputation has spread on social media that this spot is very Japanese, making it a popular photo location,” said the town official who declined to be named.
After traffic signs and repeated warnings from security guards were ignored, the town in Yamanashi region decided on the huge screen as a last resort.
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