Japanese Culture & Lifestyle

Navigating the Fiscal Maze: Japan’s Tripled Departure Tax and the Controversy Over Bear Control and Sakura Preservation

Executive Overview In July, Japan instituted a dramatic tripling of its international departure tax, escalating the levy from 1,000 yen...

Japanese Culture & Lifestyle

The Wilderness Retreat: How Japan’s Rising Bear Encounters Are Transforming Mountain Recreation

Executive Overview In recent years, the delicate balance between human recreation and wildlife habitats in Japan has faced an unprecedented...