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Tourists visiting Kyoto can expect to pay higher hotel taxes in 2026 as the Japan city aims to mitigate the negative impacts ...

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Kyoto, Japan — Authorities in Kyoto announced Tuesday plans for a big hike in hotel lodging taxes, as Japan’s picture-perfect ...

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Some analysts say the higher accommodation tax may lead to tourists staying in nearby cities and making day trips to Kyoto.

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