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Japan Implements Dual Pricing for Foreign Tourists

3/4/2026

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  • The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism announced guidelines for a dual pricing model that charges foreign visitors higher fees, starting with Himeji Castle.
  • Kyoto City lifted its lodging tax from 1,000 yen to up to 10,000 yen per night to fund cultural preservation.
  • The measures aim to fund tourism management and preservation, drawing mixed reactions from travelers.