But one popular festival is cancelling 2026 events following years of disruptive behaviour from tourists. Fujiyoshida, a city ...

Japan's cherry blossom season has become a victim of its own popularity. Fujiyoshida canceled its popular Cherry Blossom ...

Chase February cherry blossoms in Okinawa and early-blooming Tokyo/Shizuoka spots. Nine easy stops with sea views, night lighting, river walks, and quick transit tips—built for loose schedules and ...

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

Getty Image Japan draws visitors for many reasons. Some people visit for food and culture, others visit for stunning ...

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

The mass arrival of foreigners has become a hot-button issue in the Asian country, which will hold a general election on ...

Many do not associate Canada with cherry blossom season, but British Columbia has a similar spring display, typically with fewer crowds, for now.

Fujiyoshida, a city near Mount Fuji, built its cherry blossom festival into a major seasonal attraction over roughly a decade. The event pulls about 200,000 visitors each year, with peak days hitting ...