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Number of international visitors to Japan continues to rise, but spending patterns are shifting as bargains start to dry up.
Percentage is even higher in Tokyo and other areas attractive to foreign residents, and even then doesn’t tell the full story of how Japan is becoming more international.
Japan is now at a cultural tipping point, where foreign influences threaten to destroy local customs.
A city’s longstanding tradition is no more as something that’s very good for its residents turns out to be very bad for its budget.
Kids, adults, and even students who don’t live in the city are told to limit their use of smartphones and other devices.
Kabukicho Tower is supposed to be a landmark for the neighborhood, but we sat more employees than customers on our recent weekday afternoon visit.
Kyoto City Tourism Association extends help to those looking for a place to pray the Islamic way.
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