search icon
search icon
Flag Arrow Down
Română
Română
Magyar
Magyar
English
English
Français
Français
Deutsch
Deutsch
Italiano
Italiano
Español
Español
Русский
Русский
日本語
日本語
中国人
中国人

Change Language

arrow down
  • Română
    Română
  • Magyar
    Magyar
  • English
    English
  • Français
    Français
  • Deutsch
    Deutsch
  • Italiano
    Italiano
  • Español
    Español
  • Русский
    Русский
  • 日本語
    日本語
  • 中国人
    中国人
Sections
  • News
  • Exclusive
  • INSCOP Surveys
  • Podcast
  • EU
  • Diaspora
  • Republic of Moldova
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Current Affairs
  • International
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Education
  • IT&C knowledge
  • Arts & Lifestyle
  • Opinions
  • Elections 2025
  • Environment
About Us
Contact
Privacy policy
Terms and conditions
Quickly scroll through news digests and see how they are covered in different publications!
  • News
  • Exclusive
    • INSCOP Surveys
    • Podcast
    • EU
    • Diaspora
    • Republic of Moldova
    • Politics
    • Economy
    • Current Affairs
    • International
    • Sport
    • Health
    • Education
    • IT&C knowledge
    • Arts & Lifestyle
    • Opinions
    • Elections 2025
    • Environment
134 new news items in the last 24 hours
  1. Home
  2. International

The marked increase in the number of foreign tourists in Japan has sparked a debate regarding the introduction of the custom of leaving tips for good service.

Lara Maior
whatsapp
facebook
linkedin
x
copy-link copy-link
2 October 2025, 15:06
main event image
International
Tom Wang/ Shutterstock.com
google-preference

Always see our news on Google

In recent years, Japan has seen a significant increase in the number of foreign tourists, which has sparked a debate about introducing the custom of tipping for good service. However, most locals hope that this predominantly Western practice will not take hold. The increase in the number of foreign tourists has been a topic of great interest in Japan this year, alongside news highlighting the small minority that draws the ire of locals through inappropriate behavior.

Sources

sursa imagine
DW
Tipping in Japan remains taboo as tourism takes off

Latest News

16:44

CNAIR has submitted the documentation for the revision of the Environmental Agreement for section 2 Boița - Cornetu of the Sibiu - Pitești highway.

16:38

China has decided to abandon earlier the adapted version of Windows 10 used in state institutions, in favor of local technologies.

16:38

The European Union condemns the actions of the United States against the International Criminal Court.

16:35

Aurelian Gogulescu, the president of the Prahova Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has passed away, according to the family's announcement.

16:23

Andras Baka, at the age of 73, has taken over the presidency of Hungary

See more news

NEWS ON THE SAME TOPICS

event image
International
Japan increases visa fees for tourists by 400%
event image
International
The Bank of Japan has raised the interest rate to 1%, the highest level since 1995, amid rising global energy prices.
event image
International
The Yasukuni Shrine in Japan stirs new international controversies following visits by high-ranking officials and the sending of a ritual offering by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
event image
Economy
Foreign tourists' spending in Romania increased by over 8% in the first quarter of 2026 compared to 2025. American tourists are becoming the biggest spenders.
event image
International
The toll of the earthquake in Kumamoto, Japan, has reached 28 dead
event image
International
Japan has recognized the need to combat foreign espionage more effectively / NYT reported that Russia is using the country as a base for espionage activities and military supply.
app preview
Personalized news feed, AI-powered search, and notifications in a more interactive experience.
app preview app preview
tourism Japan bacsis

Editor’s Recommendations

main event image
Politics
1 hour ago

The new salary law has been sent to Brussels for negotiation with the officials of the European Commission. Dragoș Pîslaru will present the conclusions of the parties at Cotroceni.

Sources
imagine sursa
imagine sursa
imagine sursa
imagine sursa
main event image
Education
3 hours ago

SPECIAL Informat.ro / An additional exam at 14 years old: admission to high school, between performance and equal opportunities

main event image
Education
32 minutes ago

USR proposes the elimination of the high school entrance exam that is set to be introduced in 2027

Sources
imagine sursa
main event image
Exclusive
2 hours ago
Original Content

Exclusively the Ministers' Monitor by NewsVibe: August 12-18, 2026

main event image
International
5 hours ago

Raids in Ukraine: Operation "Forrest Gump" targets high-ranking officials, including the deputy head of President Zelensky's office.

Sources
imagine sursa
imagine sursa
imagine sursa
imagine sursa
imagine sursa
main event image
Exclusive
7 hours ago
Original Content

August 19, 2026. TV: What was discussed last night on the news channels

main event image Play button
5 hours ago
Podcast

PODCAST NewMoney / Cristian Busoi: We will take action against those who speculate on energy contracts for high prices

main event image
Exclusive
7 hours ago
Original Content

EXCLUSIVE | August 19, 2026. Trends in online searches / last 24 hours

app preview
Personalized news feed, AI-powered search, and notifications in a more interactive experience.
app preview
app store badge google play badge
  • News
  • Exclusive
  • INSCOP Surveys
  • Podcast
  • EU
  • Diaspora
  • Republic of Moldova
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Current Affairs
  • International
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Education
  • IT&C knowledge
  • Arts & Lifestyle
  • Opinions
  • Elections 2025
  • Environment
  • About Us
  • Contact
Privacy policy
Cookies Policy
Terms and conditions
Open source licenses
All rights reserved Strategic Media Team SRL

Technology in partnership with

anpc-sal anpc-sol