Descriptions:
Download or watch 「なぜ急ぐ？」宿泊税に疑問 宮城県が松島町で事業者向け説明会 (24/08/30 18:19) video and gif online from 仙台放送ニュースチャンネル (ID: UClElfQ7F1QndkPEFuqrDCLQ)
On August 30, Miyagi Prefecture, which plans to submit a draft ordinance on an “accommodation tax” to the assembly in September, held an information session for hotel operators in Matsushima City. There were many questions from business operators, such as, “Why are we in a hurry to do this?” Accommodation operator: “The prefectural leadership is enthusiastic about this. I really wonder why they are in such a hurry!” There were 18 people present at the briefing, including accommodation operators from Matsushima City and nearby municipalities. The prefecture and Sendai City are seeking to implement an “accommodation tax” as a source of revenue for tourism promotion measures, and the prefecture has decided to charge a flat rate of 300 yen for guests who spend 6,000 yen or more per night. On the 30th, the prefecture said the tax would be used to “improve the environment in anticipation of incoming demand,” but business operators expressed doubts one after another. Accommodation operator: “I thought today was the third meeting to exchange views, but it changed to an ‘operator information session’. Why are you moving things along so quickly?” “If it’s not overtourism, why are you charging an accommodation tax?” Mamoru Chisaka, vice director of the prefectural Department of Economy, Trade, Industry and Tourism, said, “We would like to continue to explain the need to everyone and seek their understanding.” Briefing on accommodation tax to be held in Sendai on Sept. 1 Even in the city, the city and prefecture are planning a joint event.
*, uNWO_s4bzS4