What happened: Fujiyoshida city in Japan has cancelled its annual cherry blossom festival, citing problems caused by badly behaved tourists during the busy blossom season.
Why it matters:
- The cancellation highlights issues of overtourism affecting local communities.
- Residents and local authorities are directly impacted by the disruption caused by visitors.
MNN Take: The decision reflects growing challenges in managing popular tourist events where visitor conduct can affect community wellbeing and event sustainability.
Sources: BBC World