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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Satoshi Sugiyama

Japan launches government body to address over-tourism and unruly foreigners

Japan has created an administrative body aimed at easing the effects of over-tourism on the country.

It comes after concerns were raised by residents over the rapid rise in the number of foreigners in recent years, as policies concerning non-Japanese residents emerge as a key issue in Sunday's national election.

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