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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1394, Ashikaga Yoshinori, Japanese shōgun (died 1441) was born. In 1441, Ashikaga Yoshinori, Japanese shōgun (born 1394) passed away. In 1909, Motoichi Kumagai, Japanese photographer and illustrator (died 2010) was born. In 1909, Joe DeRita, American actor (died 1993) was born. In 1918, The Imperial Japanese Navy battleship Kawachi blows up at Shunan, western Honshu, Japan, killing at least 621. In 1938, Eiko Ishioka, Japanese art director and graphic designer (died 2012) was born. In 1966, D. T. Suzuki, Japanese philosopher and author (born 1870) passed away. In 1979, Maya Kobayashi, Japanese journalist was born. In 1994, Kanako Momota, Japanese singer-songwriter was born. In 2013, Takako Takahashi, Japanese author (born 1932) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Japan triples departure tax in push to combat overtourism
Previously set at ¥1,000, the tax has risen to ¥3,000 for all travelers departing Japan, regardless of nationality.
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Borneo Bulletin
· Jul 1, 2026
Japan triples departure tax for overseas travellers
Japan triples departure tax for overseas travellers
Times of India
· Jun 23, 2026
Japan visa fee hike by 400% from July 1: Countries to be affected most, and all other questions answered
Japan visa fee hike by 400% from July 1: Countries to be affected most, and all other questions answered
Polygon
· Jun 25, 2026
Anime and manga companies set to receive government subsidies for AI translations
The Japanese government is planning a massive round of subsidies for 15 big anime and manga companies to boost overseas sales and fight piracy
Latestly.com
· Jun 22, 2026
Japan Visa Fee Hike 2026: Foreign Visa Costs To Increase Fivefold Starting July 1; Check New Single and Multiple-Entry Costs Here
Japan will implement a fivefold increase in foreign visa fees starting July 1, 2026, to counter inflation and a weak yen. Single-entry fees rise to INR 8,776.36 and multi-entry fees to INR 17,547.49. Despite the hike, officials expect no immediate impact on tourism. Broader increases will also heavily raise permanent residency caps.
BOL News
· Jun 22, 2026
Japan increases visa fees for first time since 1978
Japan also approved law to increase other fees for foreigners. The post Japan increases visa fees for first time since 1978 appeared first on BOL News.
Euronews
· Jun 22, 2026
Japan to increase visa fees by more than five times starting on 1 July
Japan wants to help manage the rising costs of its immigration system by making tourist visas significantly more expensive in the first fee increase in nearly half a century.
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Related coverage for " Japan triples departure tax in push to combat overtourism ": Borneo Bulletin — Japan triples departure tax for overseas travellers. Times of India — Japan visa fee hike by 400% from July 1: Countries to be affected most, and all other questions answered. Polygon — Anime and manga companies set to receive government subsidies for AI translations. Latestly.com — Japan Visa Fee Hike 2026: Foreign Visa Costs To Increase Fivefold Starting July 1; Check New Single and Multiple-Entry Costs Here. BOL News — Japan increases visa fees for first time since 1978. Euronews — Japan to increase visa fees by more than five times starting on 1 July