TOKYO -- As international visitors flock to Japan, their shopping and dining have put such a strain on credit card companies here that some are considering charging higher fees for foreign-issued cards.
Mounting losses lead some to consider higher fees for foreign-issued cards

Japan is expected to welcome a record 35 million travelers this year. (Photo by Toshiki Sasazu)
TOKYO -- As international visitors flock to Japan, their shopping and dining have put such a strain on credit card companies here that some are considering charging higher fees for foreign-issued cards.