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Japan proposes raising its departure tax from 1,000 to 3,000 yen to manage tourism overload.
Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party proposes raising the international departure tax from 1,000 to 3,000 yen per traveler to manage surging inbound tourism, with revenue funding infrastructure and local support.
The move follows concerns over overcrowding, environmental strain, and visitor behavior, especially at popular sites and Narita Airport, which is expanding capacity to 340,000 annual flights starting in 2025.
Additional measures include potential visa fee increases and new tourist taxes, such as a luxury accommodation levy in Kyoto, aiming to sustain tourism growth while protecting communities and cultural sites.
Japón propone elevar su impuesto de salida de 1,000 a 3,000 yenes para manejar la sobrecarga turística.