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Before You Travel to Japan Read This
Japan is one of the top tourist destinations in the world because of its rich heritage, culture, arts, natural wonders, and more. But before you pack your bags and go, here are a few important things to know.
Climbing Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji stands as a majestic symbol of Japan’s natural beauty. One of the most picturesque volcanoes in the world, climbing it would be a check in your travel bucket list. However, Japan’s government has implemented new rules as more tourists head to the mountain. They want to make sure that everyone is safe and the environment stays protected. There is now a limit of the number of climbers at 4000 a day and guides are also there to help to keep this in control.
Geisha Encounters in Kyoto
Japan is known for its rich culture, especially in Kyoto. In the Gion district in Kyoto, you’ll find the iconic Geishas. Due to the increasing number and rude behavior of some tourists, it caused problems in the area. To protect the Geishas and their traditions, there are now certain areas of Goin that tourists can’t visit, and the authorities are cracking down on unsolicited photos around the area.
Japan’s Six-month Digital Nomad Visa
For digital nomads, Japan has also implemented a new rule allowing a longer stay for remote workers. From 90 days, the new rule will allow remote workers to stay up to six months in the country.
Japan is surely on everybody’s travel list. Make sure to abide by the rules and be a responsible traveler. (ASC)