A Lawson convenience store in Fujikawaguchiko, Japan, is making headlines for re-installing barriers to deter photo-seeking tourists - sparking reflection among Malaysian travelers about our own relationship with iconic mountain…
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The screen was removed in August due to an approaching typhoon and was kept down to monitor tourist behaviour.READ MORE: Mount Fuji Blocked Out: Japan’s Town Takes A Stand Against Overtourism Malaysian Hospitality: From Plastic Chairs to Shared Stories If a convenience store in Kundasang became famous for its mountain view, the owner would probably add more plastic chairs outside and start selling nasi lemak. We’d turn it into a proper ‘lepak’ spot!
Perhaps it’s because we understand the concept of community spaces—after all, our mamak stalls and kedai kopis are more than just shops; they’re social hubs where tourists and locals naturally blend.
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