In response to the spread of graffiti videos on social media... Kyoto's Fushimi Inari Taisha cuts bamboo to try to calm the controversy

Fushimi Inari Taisha cut down bamboo after videos of graffiti on the stalks spread on social media.

The shrine said it acted to prevent more visitors from gathering and causing further disruption.

It is urging people to follow worship etiquette and is considering filing a damage report.

The case highlights growing concern over vandalism at Kyoto tourist sites amplified by SNS.