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Debate has begun in the prefectural assembly regarding the “accommodation tax” that Miyagi Prefecture intends to introduce. Governor Muray reiterated the need for a housing tax, while some members of Parliament called for the regulation to be repealed. Liberal Democratic Party/Prefectural Council member Katsuyuki Watanabe: “Why do we need to introduce a residence tax now?” Prefectural Governor Miyagi Murai: “We will intensify efforts to expand domestic exchanges and attract incoming tourists throughout the country, and we are promoting Tohoku Gate.” If we don’t do more than we have done in the past, our prefecture will fall behind other regions. “The accommodation tax is 300 yen per night for stays of 6,000 yen or more. We strive for this. use this information in tourism promotion measures. In his September 26 response, Governor Murai repeatedly stressed the need for financial resources to attract tourists, citing the fact that the number of foreign tourists visiting the prefecture is small compared to the rest of the country. Voices of the citizens of Miyagi Prefecture: Representative Miyuki Yusa: “Why can’t the money be allocated from general revenue sources? Are there specific requirements for creating special sources of income?” Prefectural Governor Miyagi Murai: “Considering the prefecture’s current financial situation, general sources of income are not enough.” I find it almost impossible to separate this from other areas. If this continues, Tohoku, including Miyagi, will become increasingly poor. I want to make people think: ”’ General Questions will begin on the 27th and the debate is expected to continue.