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Tokyo's Shinjuku Ward Bans Over Half of Short-Term Rentals Amid Tourist Complaints

The ward prohibits thousands of private lodgings in residential areas and near cultural sites to address noise and rubbish issues.

2 publishers · 2 articles · first seen 7 Sept 2026 · updated 25h ago

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  1. Tokyo tourist hotspot bans short-term rentals amid surge in complaints The Guardian ·
  2. Japan’s Shinjuku to ban more than half of holiday rentals Asia - South China Morning Post

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  • Tokyo
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  • Kabukicho

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