Question 1

What is the "Fake Guesthouse Booking Confirmation" scam in Hiroshima?

Accepted Answer

Phishing emails and fraudulent websites mimicking popular Hiroshima guesthouses send fake confirmations requesting prepayment via bank transfer or wire. Travelers arrive to find no reservation and lost money, particularly targeting backpackers. Book only through official accommodation websites or established platforms like Booking.com and Agoda. Verify email addresses directly from the official website. Request confirmation via phone before transferring money.

Question 2

What is the "Short-Stay Guesthouse in Hiroshima Pre-payment Loss" scam in Hiroshima?

Accepted Answer

A small number of short-stay guesthouses listed on Craigslist-style platforms or Japanese community boards near Hiroshima Station accept full payment in advance via bank transfer, then become uncontactable. Properties near the Peace Park have high transient demand which scammers exploit during cherry blossom and memorial event seasons. Book accommodation through platforms with verified guest protection (Booking.com, Hostelworld, Airbnb). Avoid any property requesting full payment via bank transfer outside a booking platform.

Accommodation Scams in Hiroshima

Fake Guesthouse Booking Confirmation

Short-Stay Guesthouse in Hiroshima Pre-payment Loss

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