Trip Planning

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• Japan's Travel Rules Are Changing in Late 2026: What Visitors Need to Know

  July 28, 2026

  The departure tax tripled in July, tax-free shopping switches to a refund system in November, and Mt Fuji's climbing rules are tighter than ever. Here's what's actually confirmed.

• The Anime Tourism Association's Official List: What It Actually Means for Your Trip

  July 26, 2026

  Japan's Anime Tourism Association publishes an annual list of pilgrimage-worthy locations voted on by fans worldwide — here's how it works and how to actually use it.