Asia • 2026-05-11 21:40

Kyoto Tourism Bottleneck Highlights Japan’s Wider Travel Struggles

A recent congestion problem at Kyoto’s major train station has exposed underlying challenges in Japan’s tourism infrastructure. Overcrowding, limited accommodation capacity and uneven regional promotion are straining the country’s ability to handle increasing visitor numbers. Authorities are evaluating measures such as traffic management, expanded services and better distribution of tourists to alleviate pressure.

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