Tokyo's Shinjuku to ban more than half of vacation rentals
Shibuya's large residential population has become increasingly exasperated with tourists who fail to properly dispose of rubbish, smoke where they're not supposed to, and make too much noise.
Tokyo's popular tourist area, Shinjuku, is set to ban more than half of its vacation rentals in an effort to tackle the growing issue of overtourism. The ban, which will target private lodging in residential zones and areas near schools, comes after a surge in complaints from residents about visitors failing to properly dispose of rubbish, smoking in prohibited areas, and excessive noise.
Currently, Shinjuku is home to around 10% of Japan's 42,000 short-term rentals. The decision follows a 40% increase in complaints about vacation rentals in the fiscal year to March, with the most common issues being trash disposal violations, smoking, and trespassing. The new rules are expected to be officially announced by the Shinjuku mayor on Tuesday and will apply to both existing properties and new rentals.
This move is part of a broader trend seen in cities worldwide, including New York City and Barcelona, as they grapple with the challenges posed by private lodgings on platforms like Airbnb.
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