TOKYO, May 17 -- A local government initiative to promote a scenic bridge in Fuji, Shizuoka prefecture, as a prime photo location for Mount Fuji has sparked backlash from residents who say their lives are being disrupted by the influx of tourists.

Dubbed the "Mount Fuji dream bridge", the spot has become a viral hit on social media thanks to a dramatic staircase that appears to lead directly to Japan's tallest peak.

On clear days, the location draws long queues, with more than 50 people seen lining up for a photo in April.

But what was meant to be a tourism boost has instead brought daily headaches to those living nearby.

"It's really troublesome because travellers speak loudly from early in the morning," said one local woman to Japan...