How Kyoto’s New Accommodation Tax and Regional Tourism Initiatives Are Shaping Sustainable Travel Japan is taking bold steps to manage its booming tourism industry. With Kyoto introducing a significant accommodation tax increase and the government promoting lesser-known regions like Hokkaido, Okinawa, and the Japanese Alps, these efforts aim to balance …
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May 2025: Japan Welcomes 3.7 Million Tourists, Marking 21.5% Yearly Increase
In May 2025, Japan welcomed a record-breaking 3.7 million foreign tourists, a 21.5% increase from the previous year, marking the highest monthly figure ever recorded. The cumulative total from January to May reached 18.1 million, up 23.9% compared to the same period in 2024. This remarkable growth is driven by …
Read More »Fuji Tram Project: Enhancing Tourist Infrastructure for Mount Fuj
Overview: Yamanashi Prefecture is planning a new transportation system called the “Fuji Tram” to connect the base of Mount Fuji to the 5th station. Technology: The tram will use magnetic induction and rubber tires, aiming to protect the environment while improving tourist access. Cost and Connectivity: The project is estimated …
Read More »Heatstroke Alerts in Japan 2025: List of Affected Regions
Japan is grappling with an unprecedented heatwave, with heatstroke alerts issued across multiple regions. This period, typically marked by the rainy season, has instead seen an early onset of extreme heat due to climate change, significantly impacting both tourists and residents. On June 18, Tokyo recorded a high of 34.4°C …
Read More »Japan to Require Health Insurance for Tourists: What You Need to Know
The Japanese government is exploring a groundbreaking plan to make private health insurance mandatory for all inbound tourists starting in 2026. Policy Overview and Purpose Japan is tackling a growing problem: tourists receiving medical treatment and leaving without paying. To combat this, the government is considering requiring all inbound tourists …
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15. SENKA All Clear Oil Makeup Remover 14. Naive Botanical Cleansing Oil 13. à nu Cleansing Oil 12. KOSE Softymo Speedy Cleansing Oil 11. Biore The Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover 10. CLAYPATHY Cleansing Oil 9. Cleansing Research Oil Cleansing – Pore Clear 8. NANOA …
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10. Suhadashizuku Cleansing Milk 9. Komekahada Cleansing Milk 8. VINTORTE Botanical Moist Cleansing Milk 7. Minon Amino Moist Moist Milky Cleansing 6. MUJI Mild Milk Cleansing 5. Lucifer Cleansing Milk 4. Nameraka Honpo Cleansing Milk 3. COVERMARK Treatment Cleansing Milk 2. Rosette Cleansing Milk …
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10. Bifesta Cleansing Balm Bright Up 9. Rosette Dreamy Balm 8. &honey Cleansing Balm Moist 7. Kose Softymo Clear Pro Cleansing Balm CICA Black 6. Kikumasamune Rice and Fermented Cleansing Balm 5. LuLuLun Cleansing Balm (Aroma Type) 4. CLAYGE Cleansing Balm Moist N 3. …
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20. Naive Bath-Usable Cleansing Oil 19. Cleansing Research Whip Clear Cleansing b 18. Santa Marche Medicinal Deep Cleansing 17. MUJI Mild Gel Cleansing 16. NILE Cleansing Oil 15. Kose Softymo Double Hyaluronic Acid Makeup Removal Sheets 14. Deve Olive & Argan Cleansing Oil 13. ALLNA ORGANIC Oil Cleansing 12. Zubolabo …
Read More »15 Best Japanese Toners for Oily Skin 2025
15. BeauGosse All-in-One ELo1 14. KADASON Ceramide Lotion 13. Keana Beaute Pore-Tightening Lotion 12. SHISEIDO MEN Hydrating Lotion 11. Lipps Boy Medicated Face Toner 10. MUJI Skincare Lotion for Sensitive Skin – Refreshing Type 9. MNKB Acne Lotion 8. uno Skincare Tank Oil Control 7. NILE Acne Care Water 6. …
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