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flag Japan to raise tourist fees by 2026 to fund free high school tuition and manage tourism growth.

flag Japan plans to increase departure and visa fees for foreign tourists starting in fiscal 2026, citing low current rates compared to global standards. flag The departure tax may rise from 1,000 yen to align with the U.S. fee, while a new pre-entry system, JESTA, set for 2028, could charge visa-waiver travelers around 6,000 yen. flag Visa fees, currently among the lowest globally, are also under review, with the goal of generating 300 billion yen in new revenue to fund free high school tuition without raising taxes on citizens. flag The move follows a surge in tourism, with 21.5 million visitors in the first half of 2025, and aims to manage overtourism and administrative costs.

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