Disturbance in residential neighborhoods has spiked recently in Japan due to noise complaints from unwelcome guests of local vacation rentals. Residents are raising alarm bells due to the increased noise levels caused by tourists adding more fuel to the already heated issue. There's an urgent cry for governing bodies to step in and enforce stricter legislation to control the situation and improve living conditions for the affected local communities.

Vacation rentals, also known as 'minpaku', have gained popularity in Japan following the 2018 legislation that legalized such operations. Despite the economic boost these rentals provide, they also lead to a clash between tourists and the local residents, primarily due to cultural differences. Additionally, Japan's strict community standards and their unique sense of harmony and order, finds this disruption intolerable – leading to a social issue that needs to be addressed.

The issue mirrors similar conflicts occurring in cities around the world, including those in the US and EU, where short-term vacation rentals like Airbnb have sparked discussions about gentrification and loss of community character. Regulatory measures vary, with some cities imposing restrictions or outright bans on such rentals, while others have legalized them with certain conditions.