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Kyoto to relocate bamboo grove after tourists vandalise 350 stalks

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Kyoto's iconic Arashiyama Bamboo Grove has suffered significant damage due to tourists carving names and text into its stalks. A city inspection conducted since spring 2025 identified approximately 350 vandalized bamboo plants. In response, local officials have announced plans to cut around 30 square metres of damaged bamboo as a preservation measure. Authorities also intend to relocate the grove further from the walking path to prevent visitors from physically reaching the stalks.

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