Authorities in Tokyo's Shibuya Ward have started imposing on-the-spot fines of ¥2,000 ($12) on people caught littering, as officials step up efforts to address growing waste problems in one of the city's busiest entertainment and shopping districts.
The new enforcement measures came into effect on June 1, with ward patrol officers monitoring public areas and collecting fines immediately from violators. Authorities have also introduced cashless payment options, including credit cards and QR code payment services, to make payments easier for both residents and foreign visitors, as reported by Japan Times.
