Originally Posted by
Heliface
What’s the consensus on the new unguided tour rules in regards to having the trip fully booked beforehand? Is that a no go? I think the Japanese government recently “clarified” that flights and hotels have to be arranged by the agent. Wondering if this will be required in practice.
seems like there are a few agencies who don't care, and nobody is sure if the government could tell anyway...
so for now, the answer is "wait for people to be allowed in/denied entry"