The city of Florence, Italy, bans the installation of key-handling boxes at vacation rentals and the use of loudspeakers for guides in a new measure to combat overtourism.

The city of Florence, Italy, bans the installation of key-handling boxes at vacation rentals and the use of loudspeakers for guides in a new measure to combat overtourism.

The city of Florence, Italy, announced new measures against overtourism in conjunction with the G7 Tourism Ministers' Meeting, which will be held from November 13, 2024. Prohibiting the installation of…

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Italy’s ancient ruins Pompeii limits the number of visitors to 20,000 per day as a measure against overtourism

Italy’s ancient ruins Pompeii limits the number of visitors to 20,000 per day as a measure against overtourism

According to the Associated Press, a cap on the number of visitors to the Pompeii ruins in Italy will be set from November 15, 2024. As a measure against overtourism,…

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How do local residents react to Venice’s entrance fee system? Opinions such as “We should invest in tourism management” and “Profit directly to the region”

How do local residents react to Venice’s entrance fee system? Opinions such as “We should invest in tourism management” and “Profit directly to the region”

Reuters reports on the future of the entrance fee system for day-trippers introduced in Venice, Italy from April 2024. There have been calls for local community involvement in housing rental…

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We asked the Governor of Yamanashi Prefecture about turning Mt. Fuji into a “world-class tourist area,” from resolving issues such as mountaineering regulations to his vision for the future.

We asked the Governor of Yamanashi Prefecture about turning Mt. Fuji into a “world-class tourist area,” from resolving issues such as mountaineering regulations to his vision for the future.

This summer, Yamanashi Prefecture attracted attention for the first time it introduced restrictions on climbing Mt. Fuji as a measure against overtourism. What kind of tourism strategy does Yamanashi Prefecture,…

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Kyoto City continues to take countermeasures against overtourism in preparation for the fall tourism peak, spreading tourist morals, introducing advance reservations for parking lots in the Higashiyama area, etc.

Kyoto City continues to take countermeasures against overtourism in preparation for the fall tourism peak, spreading tourist morals, introducing advance reservations for parking lots in the Higashiyama area, etc.

Kyoto City is strengthening its measures against overtourism in preparation for peak tourism seasons such as autumn leaves starting in November 2024. We have implemented a bonus campaign to promote…

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Kyoto City promotes touring around the Saga-Arashiyama area with digital maps and holds a “travel quiz”

Kyoto City promotes touring around the Saga-Arashiyama area with digital maps and holds a “travel quiz”

Kyoto City will release the digital map "Saga Arashiyama Tour Guide" from November 1, 2024 as part of measures to alleviate congestion in the Saga Arashiyama area. A stamp rally…

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JAL and Hoshino Resorts joint campaign to introduce hidden spots to overseas visitors, including “Flight + Accommodation” tour

JAL and Hoshino Resorts joint campaign to introduce hidden spots to overseas visitors, including “Flight + Accommodation” tour

JAL and Hoshino Resorts have launched a "Royal Road vs. Hidden Spot Campaign" for tourists visiting Japan. In addition to the popular classic spots, a special website introduces hidden spots…

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The city of Venice has decided to levy an entry fee in 2025, twice as much as this year, for day-trippers, with a fine of 300 euros for violators.

The city of Venice has decided to levy an entry fee in 2025, twice as much as this year, for day-trippers, with a fine of 300 euros for violators.

According to Reuters, the Italian city of Venice will follow suit this spring and charge day-trippers 10 euros (approximately 1,640 yen) as an entrance fee from mid-April to the end…

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What is Enoden’s aim in developing the bicycle share business? We asked the person in charge about everything from countering overtourism to promoting excursions.

What is Enoden’s aim in developing the bicycle share business? We asked the person in charge about everything from countering overtourism to promoting excursions.

Enoshima Electric Railway started the shared cycle business ``SHONAN PEDAL'' in April 2021. What is the aim of railway companies in developing shared bicycles as a means of transportation for…

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Italy’s Capri island considers limiting number of tourists per day as a measure against overtourism

Italy’s Capri island considers limiting number of tourists per day as a measure against overtourism

According to Reuters, the Italian island of Capri is considering plans to limit the number of tourists arriving each day by reducing the frequency of ferry services. During peak season,…

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