The red leaves of Mount Fuji in Japan have been cut down, sparking photographers to express their grievances! However, there has been intense debate between those in favor of cutting down trees and those against it!

In recent years, Japan’s autumn has consistently attracted a large number of tourists. The sight of the changing leaves is breathtaking, from the ancient temples in Kyoto to the majestic views of Mount Fuji, all of which leave people in awe.

Especially this year, as the maple trees and other species display their red leaves, a surge of sightseers has flooded into Japan, creating a unique “chasing maple economy.” However, beneath the poetic facade lies some controversy.

The photographer Oi is deeply affected by this. He is a photographer who is passionate about capturing the beauty of Mount Fuji, especially fond of using red leaves to highlight the majestic silhouette of the mountain. Recently, Oi noticed that an entire row of red leaves around Mount Fuji had been suddenly cut down, which not only impacted his specialty in autumn-themed photography but also left him feeling a sense of loss.

On X, he shockingly posted, “This change truly astonishes me… The loss could reach over a hundred million yen… I’m almost in tears from the sadness.”

The original lakeside was surrounded by red leaves, forming a natural painting, but now it is completely bare.

Many netizens, like Oi, feel an immense regret about this, believing that the cutting down of the red leaves not only destroys important tourism resources but also harms the local natural ecology.

I originally wanted to ask what these marks are? I wonder if they are a sign of tree cutting… (crying)

However, as the topic continued to ferment, another completely different viewpoint gradually surfaced. Supporters of tree cutting pointed out that the lakeside road is too narrow, and the obstruction from trees often restricts visibility, making driving inconvenient and posing a potential threat to pedestrians and vehicles. The safety of the road must take precedence over the aesthetic value of the scenery; we must not underestimate public safety in pursuit of beauty.

 This divergence has sparked extensive discussion.

Some people believe that a balance should be found between safety and natural beauty: that is, to preserve these precious natural landscapes as much as possible without compromising safety. They suggest considering safety factors when pruning and maintaining trees, rather than simply removing entire rows of trees.

 Oi shared photos of autumn leaves and Mount Fuji that he took in the past.

In addition, modern technology is used to transform roads and improve the safety of the surrounding environment without sacrificing these magnificent views.

On the other hand, those who hold opposing views have questioned the statements made by Oi. They believe that the photos released by the photographer show that the originally narrow visual passage is almost non-existent, which poses a severe test for the two-way safety of both tourists and vehicles, and they support the government’s decision to cut down trees to ensure safety.

The debate over the preservation of autumn leaves spread rapidly, even prompting Oi to hide his account to avoid the spotlight. Thus, whether it be tourists, photographers, or local residents, it seems everyone is caught up in this forward-looking and complex discussion. Finding the best point of balance between protecting natural scenery and improving public safety facilities in the future will become a common topic for all parties involved.

How will you choose? Will you stand on the side of nature conservation, supporting the preservation of these fleeting beautiful scenes; or will you stand on the side of safety first, supporting the proper management of red leaves? Such choices are thought-provoking.