Japan Plans Pre-Entry Immigration Checks, Fee Hikes

Japan introduces pre-entry immigration checks and raises residency fees to streamline arrivals amid rising tourism. Travelers prepare digital submissions for smoother sakura-season gateways or neon-lit Tokyo nights. This bolsters efficiency at Haneda and Narita, where cherry blossoms carpet ancient paths. Practical advice: Update apps early for visa waivers, and budget for elevated long-stay costs while exploring onsens steaming in mountain folds.