US EditionJapan hires security guards for major site due to out of control tourists
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The small town of Otaru, located on the Japanese island of Hokkaido and a popular tourist destination, was forced to recruit private security guards to ensure the safety of all. In question, vacationers ready to risk their lives for the perfect shot. A situation as unusual as it is worrying.
Japan hires security guards for major site due to out of control tourists
Locals have complained about the number of tourists (Picture: Getty Images) With over 36 million visitors last year, tourism in Japan is booming, but it’s is coming at a cost for locals, as visitors cause chaos in once-peaceful spots. Funami-zaka is a steep slope in the harbour city of Otaru in Northern Japan. It’s famed for being featured in the 1995 Japanese film, Love Letter, and for it’s stunning views across the sea. But it’s now become so …
The municipality of Otaru called in a security service to discourage foreign tourists from blocking roads and walking on railways to take their best photos.
Japan posts security on popular street over dangerous tourist photo shootsOtaru city authorities have posted security guards on Funamizaka Street due to an uncontrolled influx of tourists looking for the perfect photo. A tourist was previously killed at the same spot while trying to take a picture.
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