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EPISODE · Feb 26, 2026 · 3 MIN

Kyoto's tourist tax soars to combat over-tourism

from The Morning Show · host LiSTNR

Kyoto is increasing its accommodation tax for tourists from March 1, with charges potentially rising tenfold to combat over-tourism. Barcelona has also recently doubled their tourism tax, part of a growing trend across European destinations. Hungry Jacks is seeking approval to open a 24-hour location in Sydney's CBD, joining McDonald's and Guzman and Gomez in offering round-the-clock fast food service.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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