Travelers wanting to see the ancient temples and shrines in Kyoto will soon need to increase their budget as the historic city announced a 900% hike on its tourist tax earlier this month. This will ...

Chion-in, the head temple of Buddhism's Jodo sect here, has announced that it will require reservations and a 3,000-yen ...

Japan's ancient capital Kyoto implements massive tourism tax increases starting March 2026 to manage crowds and preserve ...

Starting March 2026, visitors will pay up to ¥10,000 ($65) per night to help preserve Kyoto's cultural heritage.

Travelers making plans to visit Kyoto next spring will have to shell out more money to stay in the popular destination.

Tourists staying overnight in Kyoto will see a significant increase in how much tourist taxes they pay, with rates almost ...

ONE major Japanese city is increasing its tourist tax up to 900 per cent and it will affect all holidaymakers. The new tax is ...

In a move to tackle overtourism, Kyoto plans to introduce Japan’s highest-ever hotel tax starting March 2026. Here’s what you ...

More than just an anagram for “Tokyo,” Kyoto has a life all of its own, and is an absolute must-see if you’re spending time in Japan. It’s not just another stop on a map; it’s a timeless place where ...

Following a record-breaking 36.9 million international visitors last year, Japan has approved a sky-high hotel tax in one of its most popular cities.