Japanese Maple Tree

Question

So I’ve had this tree for a year now and wanted to see if i should prune one of this branches that are growing so close together practically touching, or not but will it cause problems as it grows later on thx.

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Answer 1

Touching or crossing branches should be pruned out.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/japanese-maple/japanese-maple-care-pruning.htm