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Manga Doomsday Prediction Spooks Tourists To Japan
Viral rumours of impending disaster stemming from a comic book prediction have taken the sheen off Japan's tourism boom, with some airlines cancelling flights from Hong Kong where passengers numbers have plunged. Arrivals from Hong Kong fell by 11%.
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Why A 'Manga-Predicted' Earthquake On July 5 Has The Internet Buzzing?
Despite the lack of scientific evidence supporting the claim, several tourists from East Asia are cancelling or reconsidering their trips to Japan.
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5 Mistakes To Avoid In Japan As A Tourist
Behind the politeness, there are some strict, unspoken rules. Here's what you should avoid as a tourist in Japan.
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Japan Crosses 10 Million Visitors Through March At Fastest Ever Pace
Japan crossed the 10 million visitor mark at the fastest ever pace in March, official data showed on Wednesday, as the weak yen propelled a record tourism boom.
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Japan's Hot Springs Aka Onsens Are Facing Water Shortage Due To Tourism Boost
The Japanese town of Ureshino is known for its beautiful onsens
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Mount Fuji Hikers Will Now Be Charged Over Rs 2,000 On All Trails
Hikers attempting any of Mount Fuji's four main trails will be charged an entry fee of 4,000 yen ($27) from this summer, after local authorities passed a bill on Monday.
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Why Shoveling Snow Is Japan's Newest Tourist Attraction (And Why Tourists Love It)
A tour agency in Sapporo, Hokkaido - one of the world's snowiest cities - has introduced snow shoveling as an activity.
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This Beautiful Japanese City Is Dubbed As 'Seventh Ring Of Hell'. Here's Why
Local authorities are seen managing pedestrian traffic as tourists struggle through the packed streets.
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Experience Japanese School Life For Rs 17,000 In A Unique 'One-Day Student' Scheme
The experience aims to provide tourists with a taste of Japanese schools while boosting tourism in the region.
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As Overtourism Wanes, Japan Removes Barrier At Mount Fuji Photo Spot
A barrier erected in Japan to block a popular view of Mount Fuji has been taken down -- for now -- after succeeding in discouraging unruly tourists, a town official said Tuesday.
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Japan Megaquake Alert Triggers Mass Hotel Cancellations, Disrupts Tourism
Japan's unprecedented megaquake advisory has prompted thousands of hotel cancellations in areas flagged as high-risk, dealing businesses a heavy blow in what would have been one of the busiest seasons, hoteliers said Tuesday.
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Entry Fee Issued For Mount Fuji Hikers Amid New Crowd Control Measures
Mount Fuji's summer climbing season began on Monday with new crowd control measures to combat over-tourism on the Japanese volcano's most popular trail.
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Another Japanese Town To Build Fence Around Scenic Bridge To Block Mount Fuji View
The scenic bridge in Shizuoka prefecture aligns directly with the outline of Mount Fuji and has become a social media hotspot in recent months.
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Holes Poked In Mount Fuji Barrier: Japan Town Official
A Japanese town that mounted a huge barrier to deter unruly tourists from taking photos of Mount Fuji said Tuesday that around 10 small holes have already been poked in the mesh screen.
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Japanese Town To Block Viral Mount Fuji Photo Spot Amid High Tourism Levels
Officials in a Japanese town are erecting a 2.5-meter (8.2 ft) high barrier to block a view of Mount Fuji and obstruct a photo spot that has been attracting so many visitors they have become a nuisance for locals.
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Manga Doomsday Prediction Spooks Tourists To Japan
Viral rumours of impending disaster stemming from a comic book prediction have taken the sheen off Japan's tourism boom, with some airlines cancelling flights from Hong Kong where passengers numbers have plunged. Arrivals from Hong Kong fell by 11%.
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Why A 'Manga-Predicted' Earthquake On July 5 Has The Internet Buzzing?
Despite the lack of scientific evidence supporting the claim, several tourists from East Asia are cancelling or reconsidering their trips to Japan.
-
5 Mistakes To Avoid In Japan As A Tourist
Behind the politeness, there are some strict, unspoken rules. Here's what you should avoid as a tourist in Japan.
-
Japan Crosses 10 Million Visitors Through March At Fastest Ever Pace
Japan crossed the 10 million visitor mark at the fastest ever pace in March, official data showed on Wednesday, as the weak yen propelled a record tourism boom.
-
Japan's Hot Springs Aka Onsens Are Facing Water Shortage Due To Tourism Boost
The Japanese town of Ureshino is known for its beautiful onsens
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Mount Fuji Hikers Will Now Be Charged Over Rs 2,000 On All Trails
Hikers attempting any of Mount Fuji's four main trails will be charged an entry fee of 4,000 yen ($27) from this summer, after local authorities passed a bill on Monday.
-
Why Shoveling Snow Is Japan's Newest Tourist Attraction (And Why Tourists Love It)
A tour agency in Sapporo, Hokkaido - one of the world's snowiest cities - has introduced snow shoveling as an activity.
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This Beautiful Japanese City Is Dubbed As 'Seventh Ring Of Hell'. Here's Why
Local authorities are seen managing pedestrian traffic as tourists struggle through the packed streets.
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Experience Japanese School Life For Rs 17,000 In A Unique 'One-Day Student' Scheme
The experience aims to provide tourists with a taste of Japanese schools while boosting tourism in the region.
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As Overtourism Wanes, Japan Removes Barrier At Mount Fuji Photo Spot
A barrier erected in Japan to block a popular view of Mount Fuji has been taken down -- for now -- after succeeding in discouraging unruly tourists, a town official said Tuesday.
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Japan Megaquake Alert Triggers Mass Hotel Cancellations, Disrupts Tourism
Japan's unprecedented megaquake advisory has prompted thousands of hotel cancellations in areas flagged as high-risk, dealing businesses a heavy blow in what would have been one of the busiest seasons, hoteliers said Tuesday.
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Entry Fee Issued For Mount Fuji Hikers Amid New Crowd Control Measures
Mount Fuji's summer climbing season began on Monday with new crowd control measures to combat over-tourism on the Japanese volcano's most popular trail.
-
Another Japanese Town To Build Fence Around Scenic Bridge To Block Mount Fuji View
The scenic bridge in Shizuoka prefecture aligns directly with the outline of Mount Fuji and has become a social media hotspot in recent months.
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Holes Poked In Mount Fuji Barrier: Japan Town Official
A Japanese town that mounted a huge barrier to deter unruly tourists from taking photos of Mount Fuji said Tuesday that around 10 small holes have already been poked in the mesh screen.
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Japanese Town To Block Viral Mount Fuji Photo Spot Amid High Tourism Levels
Officials in a Japanese town are erecting a 2.5-meter (8.2 ft) high barrier to block a view of Mount Fuji and obstruct a photo spot that has been attracting so many visitors they have become a nuisance for locals.
