Japanese Town's Effort to Prevent Overcrowding at Mount Fuji

A Japanese town erected a black screen to prevent tourists from overcrowding and taking photos of Mount Fuji, but discovered holes in the screen meant for camera lenses. The screen has helped ease congestion in the area.

Tourism and Conservation

NPS officials are searching for men who destroyed ancient rock formations at Lake Mead. Japanese town erects giant screen to prevent tourist overcrowding at Mount Fuji, but holes appear for camera lenses. Over-tourism is a growing issue in popular destinations like Kyoto and Kamakura.