By MOOK Scenic Spots Home News Team
Since 2019, the cost of traveling to Japan has increased. The consumption tax, which was postponed from being raised twice, will go up from the current 8% to 10%, with the official increase expected in October. Although foreign travelers can enjoy tax exemption on purchases that meet a certain threshold, other travel expenses such as accommodation and dining are bound to rise.
Japan’s consumption tax will be raised to 10% starting October 2019. (Photo / MOOK MoCPA Editorial Department, the same below)
Facing the operational pressure caused by the consumption tax hike, the Kyoto Subway was the first to announce an increase in basic fares starting this October, from the base price of 210 yen to 220 yen. This is also the first fare hike in 13 years, with the last increase taking place in 2006. It will then become the most expensive municipal subway in Japan.
The consumption tax hike will put a strain on subway operations, but after deliberation, the flat-rate bus routes of Kyoto City Bus have been temporarily decided not to be increased, and will remain at 230 yen.
Starting from April this year, some everyday consumer goods in Japan will also see price increases. The main reason behind this wave of price hikes in Japan is due to rising costs of raw materials, labor, and logistics. Travelers planning to visit Japan should adjust their budgets accordingly.
Attention, Japan fans!
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