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Japan's 2024 'Tourism White Paper' indicates that within the past year, the number of foreign tourists was 25.07 million, nearly restored to about 80% of the pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels in 2019. The report highlights the need to address 'tourism pollution', and the government plans to enhance support to implement tailored measures. It points out issues like overcrowded public transportation, trespassing on private property for photos, and littering in regions with a high concentration of foreign tourists. Measures include creating demonstration areas to prevent and suppress 'tourism pollution', focusing on promoting experiences beyond major cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and Aichi to alleviate the impact on local residents. The government plans to strengthen strategies by utilizing local attractions, offering high-value experiences, multilingual support, and enhancing facilities for accommodating tourists.
Source: YAHOO