Why was the cherry blossom festival cancelled?
Officials said the decision was driven by overtourism and repeated incidents of disruptive and unsafe behaviour by visitors.
Which festival has been cancelled?
The Arakurayama Sengen Park cherry blossom festival in Fujiyoshida, near Mount Fuji.
How popular was the festival?
The event typically attracted around 200,000 visitors each year and ran for several weeks during peak blossom season.
What problems have residents reported?
Complaints include trespassing, littering, unsafe crowding and behaviour that disrupted daily life and school routes.
What steps are authorities taking instead?
Officials plan to increase security, add temporary parking and install portable toilets to manage visitor numbers.
AloJapan.com