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Japan overtourism
Japan Tourism Board Foundation reports that many foreign tourists experienced overtourism in Japan
A recent report shows how a growing number of foreign travellers to Japan have experienced or are now experiencing the impact of overtourism in the country.
Foreign group tours banned in some Japanese tourist spots
Japanese news publication The Asahi Shimbun reported that certain tourist sites in Japan do not welcome foreign tourist groups due to untoward incidents in the past.
Could Japan be the next country to close due to overtourism?
Following the huge drop in inbound tourists after the Fukushima nuclear disaster in March 2011, the Japanese government boosted its tourism efforts and reintroduced Japan to the world. However, it seems that the Japanese are regretting it now and may be suffering from the effects of overtourism.
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