Post by @mdvmitarashi

1. Littering in Shibuya * Fine: ~¥2k with a max of ¥300k * Happens mostly leaving trash near vending machines. 2. Smoking outside designated areas * Fine: usually ~¥2,000–¥5,000 depending on city. Max fines can be up to ¥20k * Strict in Shinjuku, Shibuya, Kyoto 3. Entering restricted alleys in Gion * Fine: ~¥10,000 max can be up to ¥50,000 * Applies to Private streets & Geisha areas esp. with intention of harassing/blocking geisha for photos 4. Bicycle violations * Can lead to heavy fines and/or even criminal charges * Fine: typically ¥3k–¥12k depending on violation. Max is ¥50k and jail time. 5. Drinking alcohol on the street in #Shibuya (night ban) * Do not drink on the Shibuya streets from 6PM-5AM * Typically only results in confiscation/ warning. However you can be fined up to ¥20k if tied to public nuisance or disorderly conduct laws 6. Mishandling tax-free shopping * Fines: tax owed + penalties/fines (case-by-case, can escalate legally) * Opening or using items before leaving #Japan * Giving/selling items to someone else 7. Train rule violations (less obvious, but enforced) * Fines: typically 2–3x fare penalty * Using the wrong ticket intentionally * Fare evasion * Oversized luggage violations on certain trains can incur fees #japantravel #japan2026 #japantrip