Why Japan’s hotel operators have nothing to fear from tourism backlash
Political turmoil, a cost-of-living crisis and ire towards tourists are unlikely to keep Japan from being a top-performing hotel market
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Japan’s Top Hotels Under Scrutiny For Potential Price Collusion As Tourism Booms
Fifteen major operators were hit with the notice by Japan’s Fair Trade Commission mercially-sensitive information like price-setting policies, revenue per room, and projected occupancy rates.
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Kyoto hotel forces Israeli tourist to declare non-involvement in war crimes - report
The tourist referred the incident to the Israeli Ambassador to Japan, Gilad Cohen, and sent a letter to Kyoto Governor Takatoshi Nishiwaki raising concerns over discriminatory practices.
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Japan's ancient capital is set to raise its hotel tax by as much as tenfold
The new measures will take effect in March 2026 if approved by the city assembly.
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