Tokyo's Shinjuku District to Ban Short-Term Rentals Amid Tourist Complaints
Short-term vacation rentals are being banned near residential areas and schools in Tokyo's Shinjuku district following a surge in complaints over tourist behavior.
In Shinjuku, one of the popular districts of Japan's capital Tokyo, short-term rental accommodations in residential areas are planned to be banned as a result of an increase in complaints regarding issues such as noise, littering, and trespassing caused by tourists.
New Decision in Shinjuku District
In the Shinjuku district, one of Tokyo's popular tourism hubs, a comprehensive ban process on short-term residential rentals is being initiated in response to complaints from local residents.
Reasons for the Rise in Complaints
In over 1,300 complaints received from local residents over the past year, it was stated that tourists disposed of garbage improperly, made excessive noise, smoked in restricted areas, and entered properties without permission.
Number of Affected Residences
Having the highest number of private accommodations across Japan, Shinjuku's new regulation is expected to affect approximately 2,000 residences in residential areas.
Legal Process and Timeline
Authorities aim to gather public opinion on the draft proposal next month and submit the regulatory amendments to the assembly in February.