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Tourists visiting Kyoto can expect to pay higher hotel taxes in 2026 as the Japan city aims to mitigate the negative impacts ...

The new levies will take effect in 2026, subject to approval from the city assembly. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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The city plans to implement the new taxes by spring 2026, according to Kyodo News. Kyoto introduced the tiered accommodation tax system in 2018, charging 200 yen (£1.04) for stays under 20,000 ...