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.
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2 publishers have covered this in 2 articles since 7 Sept 2026. Asia - South China Morning Post published first, on 7 September at 13:15 UTC; The Guardian followed 18h 28m later. The most recent article, from The Guardian, appeared on 8 September at 07:43 UTC.
Outlets reporting it: The Guardian (major outlet), Asia - South China Morning Post.
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