Doom and bloom. The iconic cherry blossom festival in Japan has been cancelled over fears that a recent influx of disruptive ...

In light of increasing tourist misconduct and residents’ concerns, the annual Cherry Blossom Festival at Arakurayama Sengen ...

Authorities in Fujiyoshida, a city in Japan’s Yamanashi Prefecture known for its postcard-famous views of Mount Fuji framed ...

A cherry blossom festival held annually in a small city near Mount Fuji in Japan will not take place this year due to "tourism pollution" caused by an influx of visitors. According to reports from the ...

The Mount Fuji cherry blossom festival has been axed over reports of unruly tourist behaviour that “threatens the dignity” of ...

"Overtourism" during Japan's iconic blossom season makes life for locals in Fujiyoshida town unmanageable, authorities say.

The city of Fujiyoshida cancelled its iconic spring cherry blossom festival at Arakurayama Sengen Park on February 3, 2026, about eight weeks ahead of its usual April schedule. Municipal officials ...

A Japanese city has cancelled its famous cherry blossom festival, citing concerns over high tourist numbers.

Fujiyoshida canceled its Cherry Blossom Festival due to overtourism concerns, including visitor misbehavior and disruption to ...

Authorities in the Japanese city of Fujiyoshida have decided to cancel a long-running spring cherry blossom festival at one ...

A popular cherry blossom festival near Mount Fuji has been cancelled due to tourist bad behaviour and concerns for local ...