Reported about 1 year ago
With the decrease in the Japanese Yen and the recovery of tourism post-pandemic leading to an influx of visitors, Japan is dealing with issues of 'over-tourism' by considering implementing 'accommodation tax' in various regions, including Hokkaido. The tax proposed in Hokkaido would range from 100 to 500 Japanese Yen per night depending on the accommodation pricing, equivalent to around 20 to 103 New Taiwan Dollars, with the earliest start date possibly in 2026. There are concerns about potential 'double taxation' for tourists staying in areas like Sapporo and Hakodate with their own proposed taxes, prompting the Hokkaido government to address this issue. Local governments in Hokkaido are studying ways to resolve this issue while preparations are being made for the new tax system.
Source: YAHOO