Tokyo's Shinjuku to ban more than half of vacation rentals

Tokyo's Shinjuku district is set to implement a ban on more than half of its existing vacation rentals. This regulatory shift aims to address growing tensions between local residents and tourists visiting the area.

Authorities are responding to complaints from Shibuya’s residential population regarding tourist behavior. Reported issues include improper waste disposal, smoking in prohibited areas, and excessive noise, which have caused significant frustration among local inhabitants.