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Japan to charge tourists double to combat overtourism

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Japan has implemented a new pricing policy to combat overtourism.
As of March 1, tourists visiting Himeji Castle are required to pay 2,500 yen, compared to 1,000 yen for local residents.
This initiative aims to address the challenges posed by high volumes of visitors, with the castle attracting over 1.5 million tourists annually.
Officials believe that the price increase will help manage visitor numbers while benefiting local tourism.
The policy reflects Japan's broader effort to mitigate the impact of tourism on its cultural and historical sites.

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Japan has implemented a new pricing policy to combat overtourism.
As of March 1, tourists visiting Himeji Castle are required to pay 2,500 yen, compared to 1,000 yen for local residents.
This initiative aims to address the challenges posed by high volumes of visitors, with the castle attracting over 1.5 million tourists annually.
Officials believe that the price increase will help manage visitor numbers while benefiting local tourism.
The policy reflects Japan's broader effort to mitigate the impact of tourism on its cultural and historical sites.

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