opinion
Japan's Dual Pricing Should Check Addresses, Not Passports
Himeji Castle now charges non-residents ¥2,500 and locals ¥1,000. That is fair. A price set by nationality would not be. Where you live is the right line.
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japan overtourism
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opinion
Japan's Overtourism Problem Is Really a Map Problem
Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto took 57% of Japan's foreign hotel nights in 2025. A cap on visitors won't fix that. A price on the crowded places and hours will.