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Feb 7 • 03:00 UTC • 🇸🇪 Sweden • Aftonbladet

Cherry Blossom Festival Canceled – Due to Tourists Pooping

The annual cherry blossom festival in Fujiyoshida, Japan, has been canceled due to the overwhelming impact of over-tourism and complaints from residents about disruptions to their peaceful lives.

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