1. The Japanese government and ruling coalition are considering increasing the departure tax from 1,000 yen to 3,000 yen (approximately $6 to $20).
2. The increased revenue is intended to address issues caused by overtourism in Japan.
3. To help offset this higher charge for Japanese citizens, there are discussions about lowering the cost of obtaining a passport for Japanese nationals.
2. The increased revenue is intended to address issues caused by overtourism in Japan.
3. To help offset this higher charge for Japanese citizens, there are discussions about lowering the cost of obtaining a passport for Japanese nationals.
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Japanese government contemplates raising departure tax from 1,000 yen to 3,000 yen as a response to overtourism issues. Revenue aims to mitigate impacts of tourism. Discussions on lowering passport costs for Japanese citizens to offset the higher charge. #JapanTourismTaxChange
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251209_B2/#summary
Date: Dec. 9, 2025
Created: 2025/12/09 18:40
Updated: 2025/12/09 18:42