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

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

The city of Fujiyoshida cancelled its iconic spring cherry blossom festival at Arakurayama Sengen Park on February 3, 2026, ...

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

One of Japan’s most popular cherry blossom festivals has been cancelled amid a record surge in tourism. Local officials in ...

A pushback against all-time high tourism in Japan has continued with a popular cherry blossom festival cancelled as it ...

Japan’s appeal among Indian travellers is extending well beyond its iconic cherry blossom season, with 2025 witnessing a ...

A cherry blossom festival boasting a highly Instagrammable view of Japan's Mount Fuji has been cancelled after residents ...

A Japanese town has pulled the plug on its iconic cherry blossom festival after tourists crossed the line, with locals ...

In the past, tourists have wandered into private homes and demanded to use the bathroom.

Even with the festival officially canceled, Fujiyoshida expects crowds to continue. The park where the event is usually held ...