Update 6/7/2018:

Airbnb 에서 아래와 같이 대응책을 발표했다고 합니다.

1. $10 Million Fund to Support Travelers. We have established a $10 million fund to cover additional expenses for guests who are scheduled to travel to Japan and have had their plans interrupted due to a cancellation. Through no fault of their own, some guests will spend extra money to secure new accomodations and may have other additional expenses, such as flight change fees. To support and protect our community, we’ve created this fund to cover unexpected and unavoidable additional expenses based on this sudden development. More information about this fund and how to apply for reimbursement is included below.  

2. Full Refunds and Coupons for Travelers. If a guest receives a cancellation for a reservation on or after June 15th due to the listing not having a license number, we will provide a full refund and a coupon worth a least 100% of the booking value to use on a future Airbnb trip. In addition, these guests will receive a $100 coupon for an Airbnb Experience. Refunds and coupons will be processed within 10 days.

3. Help Finding a Place to Stay. If a guest can’t find accommodations that meets their needs on Airbnb, JTB–a leading travel agency in Japan with access to other accommodation options throughout the country–is available to assist with finding a new place to stay. Guests can visit JAPANiCAN for assistance and more information.

4. 24/7 Support. Our team is here to help, and we are standing by 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Guests who need assistance can reach us by emailing japanguestsupport@airbnb.com.

출처: https://press.atairbnb.com/supporting-travelers-in-japan-australia-and-new-zealand/

 

 

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본문 6/5/2018:

간단히 요약해서 소식 전해드리면

올해 봄까지만 해도 62,000개의 숙소 리스트가 있었던 일본의 Airbnb가 하룻밤 사이에 80%가 줄어든 13,800개의 숙소만 리스트에 나온다고 합니다.

 

이유는 6/15/18부터 시작되는 새로운 법때문인데 집이나 집에 방을 렌트를 줄때 homesharing license and permits가 있어야 된다고 합니다.

 

안그래도 들려오는 일본에서 airbnb를 악용한 흉흉한 범죄소식들을 듣고 일본가면 airbnb는 안써야겠다 했는데요

혹시라도 일본 여행을 airbnb로 계획하신분들은 다시 확인하시고 참고 바랍니다.

 

출처: https://thepointsguy.com/news/80-of-japans-airbnbs-disappeared-overnight/