Ginzan Onsen, Yamagata Prefecture, implements winter traffic and entry restrictions, only for day-trippers, no restrictions during the day

Ginzan Onsen in Yamagata Prefecture will implement traffic and entry restrictions during the winter season from December 20, 2024 to March 31, 2025. Strengthen the creation of tourist destinations that…

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As Tourism EXPO 2024 begins, actor Tomoko Yamaguchi also covers the first day as she visits the booths, giving a new form to the value of travel.

Tourism EXPO Japan (TEJ) began on September 26, 2024 at Tokyo Big Sight. A report on the opening day, from the opening ceremony to the exhibition. Source link

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Same-day baggage delivery service from Kansai Airport to Kyoto to be launched by transportation company from November 2024, 3,980 yen per suitcase

Maruwa Transportation will begin offering same-day baggage delivery service between Kansai International Airport and Kyoto from November 1, 2024, in addition to the current service from Kansai International Airport to…

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Kyoto City promotes empty-handed tourism as a measure against overtourism, operates special buses to travel between hotels and other facilities

During the autumn tourist season, when many tourists are expected to visit, Kyoto City will operate a special bus called "HANDS FREE BUS" that will travel from Kyoto Station to…

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Greece to halt new private lodging permits in central Athens, raise taxes and offer financial incentives for switching to long-term rentals

According to Reuters, on September 16, 2024, the Greek government will suspend new permits for private lodgings in three central Athens districts for at least a year. It will also…

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Anti-tourism sentiment grows in popular European cities; residents demonstrate frequently this summer; search for solutions continues

Reuters reports on the growing anti-tourism movement in Europe. The main cause of dissatisfaction among local residents is the bad manners of tourists. Due to the influence of social media,…

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