Mount Fuji's Controversial Popularity: View-Blocking Barriers and Climbing Restrictions

Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture Japan
Climbing limits set for Mount Fuji starting July 1 to September 10, 2024 with only 4,000 climbers allowed per day for a hiking fee of $18.
Despite measures, controversies continue due to overpopulation and nuisance behaviors from tourists.
Ibishi Dental Clinic reported harassment by tourists including littering, trespassing on private property and ignoring warnings in Japanese.
Large black screen installed on May 21, 2024 in Fujikawaguchiko town to block view of Mount Fuji from popular photo spot due to jaywalking and illegal parking by tourists.
Mount Fuji, Japan's iconic and highest mountain has become a source of controversy due to influx of tourists and their unruly behavior.
Yamanashi prefecture seeks voluntary fees of $6.40 per climber since 2014 to help manage crowds and conserve Mount Fuji, designated as UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site in 2013.
Mount Fuji's Controversial Popularity: View-Blocking Barriers and Climbing Restrictions

Mount Fuji, Japan's iconic and highest mountain, has become a source of controversy due to the influx of tourists and their unruly behavior. In response to this issue, several measures have been taken by local authorities in different areas around the mountain.

Firstly, in Fujikawaguchiko town, a large black screen was installed on May 21, 2024, to block the view of Mount Fuji from a popular photo spot near a Lawson convenience store. The installation came after complaints from local residents about jaywalking and illegal parking by tourists.

Secondly, climbing limits have been set for Mount Fuji starting July 1 to September 10, 2024. Only 4,000 climbers are allowed per day for a hiking fee of $18. Climbers must choose between a day hike or an overnight stay at several available huts along the trail and scan a QR code at the fifth station.

The Yamanashi prefecture is also seeking voluntary fees of $6.40 per climber since 2014 to help manage the crowds and conserve Mount Fuji, which was designated as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site in 2013.

Despite these measures, controversies continue to arise due to overpopulation and nuisance behaviors from tourists. For instance, Ibishi Dental Clinic in Fujikawaguchiko reported harassment by tourists, including littering, trespassing on private property, and ignoring warnings in Japanese.

The controversy surrounding Mount Fuji's popularity on social media platforms has led to the installation of view-blocking barriers and climbing restrictions. It is essential for tourists to respect local regulations and customs while visiting these popular destinations.


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Japanese town overrun with tourists puts up view-blocking barrier near Mount Fuji

CNN News Site: In-Depth Reporting and Analysis with Some Financial Conflicts and Sensational Language Lilit Marcus Tuesday, 21 May 2024 08:10
  • Unique Points
    • The Japanese town of Fujikawaguchiko has erected a giant black net to block views of Mount Fuji due to international controversy caused by the town’s popularity on social media platforms.
    • The small town in Yamanashi prefecture has become a center of controversy due to overcrowding and nuisance behaviors from tourists at a specific viewpoint.
    • Ibishi Dental Clinic reported harassment by tourists, including littering, trespassing on private property, and ignoring warnings in Japanese.
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    • A Japanese town installed a large black screen to block the view of Mt. Fuji in response to unruly behavior from tourists.
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    The article provides clear information about the situation in Fujikawaguchiko and does not contain any editorializing or author opinions. The author quotes multiple sources, including a local official and a dental clinic statement, to support the facts presented in the article. However, there are some instances of selective reporting where the author focuses on the negative aspects of tourists' behavior without mentioning any positive contributions they might make to the local economy.
    • The Ibishi Dental Clinic confirms that it was one of the businesses that asked Fujikawaguchiko officials to deal with the problem.
    • The situation has gotten so bad that even businesses with no connection to tourism have weighed in.
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    The author expresses a clear negative sentiment towards the tourists and their behavior, using phrases like 'hordes of visitors', 'damage caused by thousands of visitors', and 'badly-behaved tourists'. She also quotes local officials and businesses expressing similar sentiments. The article does not provide any counterargument or perspective from the tourists or those who support them.
    • It became not uncommon for people to shout insults at us or to throw away their cigarettes when we asked them to move their cars.
      • It's regrettable that we had to take such measures
        • There was a series of nuisance illegal activities such as leaving garbage, trespassing on the premises, smoking, eating in the parking lot or under the roofs of private homes, and trespassing on the rooftop
          • The situation has gotten so bad that even businesses with no connection to tourism have weighed in
            • We offer our sincere apologies to local residents, customers of these stores, and others for inciting inconvenience and concern due to the popularization of the Lawson Kawaguchiko Station Branch.
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            Climbing limits are being set on Mount Fuji to fight crowds and littering

            The Associated Press News Monday, 20 May 2024 14:35
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              • Mount Fuji climbing season starts July 1 to Sept. 10
              • Only 4,000 climbers allowed per day for a hiking fee of $18
              • Climbers must choose between day hike or overnight stay at several available huts along the trail
              • Those who have not booked an overnight hut will be sent back down between 4 p.m. and 3 a.m.
              • Mount Fuji is divided into 10 stations with four ‘5th stations’
              • Climbers must scan a QR code at the 5th station
              • Shizuoka prefecture seeks voluntary $6.40 fee per climber since 2014
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              • Gov. Kotaro Nagasaki thanked people for cooperation in conserving Mount Fuji
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            Japanese town installs barrier to block viral Mt. Fuji photo spot

            Kyodo News Plus KYODO NEWS Wednesday, 01 May 2024 00:00
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              • A Japanese town installed a large black screen to block the view of Mt. Fuji in response to unruly behavior from tourists.
              • The surge in visitors drew complaints from local residents due to jaywalking and illegal parking.
            • Accuracy
              • Thousands of visitors who do not spend money in the town but cause damage through erosion, trash, and traffic issues.
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