A Glimpse of Hope Over Crowded Areas.
The congestion also exeeded to the park's surroundings. At the Fujikyu Railway Line's Shimoyoshida Station, the platform was overflowing with people. While traffic regulations on the roads have had some effect in improving major traffic jams, new problems have emerged.
Some shuttle vehicles have been seen dropping off and picking up passengers just before no-entry points, causing local roads to congestion. "This has a significant impact on the surrounding roads, so we want to provide proper guidance and warnings," Mr. Funakubo added.
On a positive note, the issue of littering has have improvements. Thanks to regular clean-up efforts by local residents and better tourist etiquette, there is reportedly less litter than last year. "If there's any trash left, everyone will litter," explained one resident who was keenly picking up garbages.
