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Banning Airbnbs and cruise ships. Taxing visitor stays. Capping attendance figures. Has tourism become a dirty word in 2025?

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Each year between mid-November and April, winter sports fans from around the world flock to Japan for the country’s renowned ...

Travel specialists weigh in with the most underrated places to visit, along with can’t-miss activities in each locale and the best times to go.

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If it seems like all your Facebook friends are going to Japan, you're probably right and don't expect it to change anytime soon.