India, Oct. 7 -- In a move to tackle overtourism, Japan's historic capital Kyoto will implement the country's highest-ever hotel tax, following final government approvals. From March 1, 2026, staying at a luxury hotel could add up to JPY 10,000 (approximately USD 68) per person in taxes.

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Decoding Kyoto's sky-high hotel tax

Kyoto's new hotel tax marks a 10 percent jump from the current JPY 1,000 (approximately INR 588.68). If you're planning a trip to Japan next spring or beyond, be ready for higher hotel tariffs.

Here's a quick guide to Kyoto's new hotel tax slab:

JPY 200 (INR 117.74) for stays under JPY 6,000 (INR 3,532.06) - this remains unchanged. JPY 400 (IN...