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Japan breaks annual visitor record with 33.4 million in 11 months

Japan breaks annual visitor record with 33.4 million in 11 months

Japan set a new annual record for visitor arrivals with one month to spare, official data showed on Wednesday, as the weak yen helped propel the nation's tourism boom.
Japan says no decision yet on easing visa rules for Chinese visitors

Japan says no decision yet on easing visa rules for Chinese visitors

Japan eyes Chinese tram for Mount Fuji

Japan eyes Chinese tram for Mount Fuji

Taiwanese celebrities Shu Qi, Ruby Lin, Kelly Lin enjoy autumn vacation in Japan

Taiwanese celebrities Shu Qi, Ruby Lin, Kelly Lin enjoy autumn vacation in Japan

Taiwanese actresses Shu Qi, Ruby Lin, and Kelly Lin recently took a vacation in Japan to embrace the autumn atmosphere, captivating netizens with their getaway.
November 18, 2024 | 12:03 am PT
US tourist arrested for defacing Tokyo shrine

US tourist arrested for defacing Tokyo shrine

A 65-year-old American tourist was arrested for allegedly etching letters onto a traditional wooden gate at a Tokyo shrine, police said Thursday, the latest example of bad behavior by visitors flooding back to Japan post-pandemic.
November 13, 2024 | 07:42 pm PT
Mount Fuji crowds shrink after Japan brings in overtourism measures

Mount Fuji crowds shrink after Japan brings in overtourism measures

Fewer climbers tackled Mount Fuji during this year's hiking season, preliminary figures show after Japanese authorities introduced an entry fee and a daily cap on numbers to fight overtourism.
September 11, 2024 | 06:11 pm PT
Japan to tighten scrutiny of tourists from visa-exempt economies

Japan to tighten scrutiny of tourists from visa-exempt economies

The Japanese government is set to require visitors from visa-exempt countries and territories to declare personal information before entering the country to prevent illegal overstaying.
September 2, 2024 | 11:00 pm PT
Tokyo restaurant criticized for refusing Korean, Chinese guests

Tokyo restaurant criticized for refusing Korean, Chinese guests

An Italian restaurant in Tokyo has sparked outrage on social media for displaying a notice saying it refuses service to South Korean and Chinese diners.
July 22, 2024 | 11:14 pm PT
More American tourists head to Japan as battered yen beckons

More American tourists head to Japan as battered yen beckons

American tourists headed for Japan have surged this year, lured by a slump in the value of the yen, which is also driving a massive jump in foreign investor interest in the country's lodgings market.
July 5, 2024 | 06:07 pm PT
Japanese hotels receive new top Michelin Guide ratings

Japanese hotels receive new top Michelin Guide ratings

The Michelin Guide has extended its rating system to accommodation, and six Japanese hotels joined the ranks Thursday by receiving the guide’s top honour, three keys.
July 5, 2024 | 04:14 pm PT
Four die on Mount Fuji ahead of climbing season: Japan's NHK

Four die on Mount Fuji ahead of climbing season: Japan's NHK

Four bodies were recovered near the summit of Mount Fuji, Japanese media reported Wednesday, days before the summer climbing season begins.
June 26, 2024 | 06:59 pm PT
Japan aims to double foreign tourists despite overtourism concerns

Japan aims to double foreign tourists despite overtourism concerns

Japan's tourism chief said on Thursday its ambitious goal of luring 60 million foreign tourists a year - more than double the current level - is well within reach, despite surging overtourism concerns.
June 20, 2024 | 06:15 pm PT
Sick of tourists, Japan town blocks view of Mt Fuji

Sick of tourists, Japan town blocks view of Mt Fuji

A Japanese town began mounting a large mesh barrier at a popular viewing spot for Mount Fuji on Tuesday, in an attempt to deter photo-taking by an ever-growing number of tourists.
May 20, 2024 | 06:12 pm PT
I will take Vietnam over Japan anytime

I will take Vietnam over Japan anytime

While many tourists praise Japan over Vietnam for its public order and cleanliness, others love the friendly and relaxing vibes in the Southeast Asian nation.
May 15, 2024 | 03:21 pm PT
I prefer Japan to Vietnam due to its cleanliness and politeness

I prefer Japan to Vietnam due to its cleanliness and politeness

I went to Japan twice during cherry blossom season and was impressed by its cleanliness, friendliness, politeness, and importantly, that the country has some of the cleanest public toilets in the world.
May 10, 2024 | 03:29 pm PT
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