Japan is taking a serious step toward formalizing something that’s already been quietly spreading: dual pricing at tourist sites. In other words, upcharging tourists while giving residents a discount. On April 27, 2026, the Japan Tourism Agency held its first expert panel on this topic. The goal is to figure out national guidelines for dual pricing that keep things legal, respectful, and without stomping on anyone’s toes politically. This isn’t …
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