France and Japan Hike Landmark Entry Fees for International Tourists

France and Japan are significantly increasing entry fees for international tourists at major landmarks to manage record-breaking visitor numbers and fund heritage preservation.The Louvre in Paris has implemented a 45 percent price hike for non-EU visitors, while Japans Himeji Castle plans to triple its entrance fees starting in March 2026.Trade unions have denounced the French tiered pricing as discriminatory following government claims that the revenue is necessary for essential maintenance and renovations.