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Tokyo's Shinjuku Ward Bans Short-Term Rentals in Residential Areas

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Tokyo's Shinjuku Ward, home to the highest number of short-term rentals (minpaku) in Japan, has decided to ban their operation in residential areas and near schools. This decision comes in response to a surge in complaints from local residents about noise, litter, and other inconveniences caused by tourists. The ban will affect more than half of the current facilities, with around 2,000 lodgings expected to close. The ward plans to enforce the new rules by summer 2027, following a public opinion gathering process.

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    【新宿区の民泊 住宅地の営業禁止へ】 https://t.co/ZBeePm5ncc

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    民泊最多の新宿区、住宅地や学校周辺での営業禁止へ 大田区も検討 https://t.co/vnEcoIFnB0

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    URGENT: Tokyo's Shinjuku Ward to ban vacation rentals in residential a...

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    ‘민박 천국’ 日신주쿠, 주민 몸살에 내년부터 영업 줄인다 일본 전역에서 에어비앤비 같은 민박 시설이 가장 많은 도쿄 신주쿠가...

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