The New Chitose Airport in Japan is planning an upcoming and significant increase to its parking fees which will see costs tripling. This change comes as airports across Japan are re-evaluating their economic strategies in light of the impact of the global pandemic on the aviation sector. The date for implementation has not been identified yet but the stakeholders are keen to have it in place sooner rather than later.

Airports are vital for Japan's economy and domestic travel, and changes like this can greatly impact consumers' behaviors. The Japanese people value fairness in pricing and increases in costs often lead to concerns about accessibility, particularly for low-income individuals. Significant changes in costs like this are usually subject to public hearings or consultations.

In the US or EU, parking fees at airports are usually high, and hikes are not uncommon. However, such increases often face public backlash especially if they are drastic. Governments and airport operators usually justify these increases with the argument of higher operating costs and the need for infrastructure development.