Japan overtourism
Kyoto to impose Japan’s highest accommodation tax from March 2026
The Japanese government recently approved Kyoto’s proposal to implement what is, to...
Japan actively deals with overtourism…but it still isn’t enough
A recent study by the World Economic Forum (WEP) reports that Japan...
New accommodation tax approved in 11 locations in Japan
The introduction of accommodation taxes in nine cities and two prefectures in...
Overtourism poses issues for Japan’s onsen industry
The massive influx of foreign tourists has proven to be more...
A stronger yen could curb Korean arrivals in Japan
As Japan continues to battle with overtourism, it may soon see a...
Niseko residents concerned as prices rise in the wake of tourism boom
Japanese ski resort district Niseko is now feeling the adverse impact of...
Japan reduces visa slots for Filipino travellers to mitigate overtourism
As part of the Japanese government’s drive against overtourism, the Japanese Embassy...
Japan National Tourism Organisation encourages foreigners to visit other parts of the country
The Japan National Tourism Organisation (JNTO) is urging foreign tourists to consider...
Japan Tourism Board Foundation reports that many foreign tourists experienced overtourism in Japan
A recent report shows how a growing number of foreign travellers to...
Foreign group tours banned in some Japanese tourist spots
Japanese news publication The Asahi Shimbun reported that certain tourist sites in...
Could Japan be the next country to close due to overtourism?
Following the huge drop in inbound tourists after the Fukushima nuclear disaster...
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