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Japanese town blocks iconic Mount Fuji view to deter tourists | BBC News


Mount Fuji is one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks, and in recent years, social media has made photographing it even more popular.

But that’s created a bit of a problem for residents of Fujikawaguchiko, a town with an incredible view, which is being swamped by millions of tourists.

Residents have now decided they’ve had enough.

And to keep the selfie-crowds away, they’re taking the unlikely step of putting up a huge barrier to block the view.

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