Japan scapegoats foreigners as mountain rescue numbers rise
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The article discusses how Japan is increasingly blaming foreigners for a rise in mountain rescues, focusing on Mount Fuji. It opens with a description of underprepared climbers at the fifth station, dressed in inadequate clothing for the high-altitude conditions. Veteran climber Tatsuo Nanai expresses concern about the trend, suggesting that authorities may be scapegoating foreign climbers. The piece highlights tensions between safety concerns and tourism.
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Rescue incidents may involve diplomatic coordination and potential criticism from other countries.
Mount Fuji reaches 3,776 meters (12,389 feet) and has sub-zero temperatures even in July.
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Tatsuo Nanai views the scene of underprepared climbers with dread.
South China Morning Post- Rescue incidents may involve diplomatic coordination and potential criticism from other countries.
- Nationalistic framing could affect Japan's image as a welcoming tourist destination.
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Loaded language removedOn a clear summer morning at Mount Fuji’s fifth-station trailhead, the crowds look more beach ready than alpine prepared with canvas slip-ons, bare legs and lightweight jackets. Above them, Japan’s most famous peak rises to 3,776 metres (12,389 feet) and into sub-zero temperatures, even in July.
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Tatsuo Nanai views the scene of underprepared climbers with dread.
South China Morning PostAt Mount Fuji's fifth-station trailhead, climbers are often seen in canvas slip-ons, bare legs, and lightweight jackets.
South China Morning PostMount Fuji reaches 3,776 meters (12,389 feet) and has sub-zero temperatures even in July.
South China Morning PostTatsuo Nanai is a veteran climber and former secretary general of the Fuji-san Club.
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