Airbnb Just Deleted 80 Percent of Its Japan Listings

These strict rules are designed to add some regulation to a largely unregulated industry. The Japanese government wants to ensure that Airbnbs are safe, that hosts are held accountable, and that the accomodations giant is adhering to local laws. In the future, all Japanese Airbnb hosts will have to provide a registration number to guarantee the rental’s validity.

The situation in Japan, however, might just be the tip of the iceberg. Later this month, courts in Paris are preparing to rule on the legality of over 40,000 Airbnb listings. Before we know it, we may find ourselves turning back to hostels and hotels, just like the old days.

H/T: Conde Nast Traveler