Japanese town blocks iconic Mount Fuji view to deter tourists | BBC News
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Mount Fuji is one of Japan's most iconic landmarks, and in recent years, social media has made photographing it even more popular.
But that's created a bit of a problem for residents of Fujikawaguchiko, a town with an incredible view, which is being swamped by millions of tourists.
Residents have now decided they've had enough.
And to keep the selfie-crowds away, they're taking the unlikely step of putting up a huge barrier to block the view.
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