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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Shweta Sharma

Japanese ski resort to fine disruptive tourists amid huge surge in visitor numbers

A popular ski resort town in Japan is set to introduce fines for people engaging in disruptive behaviour, as growing numbers of tourists clash with the local population.

Hakuba village, in north-western Nagano prefecture, says the new restrictions will come into effect from 1 July 2026 and include rules around graffiti and making loud noises at night.

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