Published on : Saturday, April 6, 2019
About 24.67 million people had travel plans for Golden Week holiday, which is a rise of 1.2 per cent from the previous year as per the JTB report. In 2019, Golden Week runs from April 27 to May 6. The …
Published on : Friday, April 5, 2019
The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) has announced the launch of a new website and video series dedicated to the Tohoku region, the “hidden gem” of northern Japan. JNTO worked with Nathan Thornburgh and Matt Goulding, founders of travelogue and …
Published on : Friday, March 29, 2019
Japan is experiencing a boom in tourists from China. As per official figures, visitors from China increased four-fold over a five-year period, from 1.4 million in 2012 to 7.4 million in 2017, overtaking South Korea as the top source of …
Published on : Tuesday, March 19, 2019
Japan Airlines Co., Ltd., (TSE: 9201) (“JAL”) and Travelport Worldwide (“Travelport”), a leading travel technology company, today agreed to form a joint venture to take ownership of Travelport Japan K.K. (“Travelport Japan”) and JAL’s 100% owned subsidiary, Axess International Network, …
Published on : Thursday, March 14, 2019
A team led by the National Tourism Organisation (JNTO) of Japan plans to lift up the profiles of the smaller regional airports of Japan. While speaking at the Route Asia event this week which took place in Cebu, Philippines …
Published on : Thursday, March 14, 2019
Osaka, the “second city” of Japan is winning the race against Tokyo to attract international tourists. However, after a boom, its retailers and property developers are resorting to shifting tourism spending patterns. Between 2012 and 2017, inbound tourism to …
Published on : Monday, February 25, 2019
Japan Airlines (JAL) today released the updated version of the company`s Medium Term Management Plan – Rolling Plan 2019. To start, Rolling Plan 2019 will focus on concrete actions in response to the Business Improvement Order issued by the …
Published on : Saturday, February 23, 2019
Japan Airlines (JAL) and India’s finest full-service carrier, Vistara, today entered a codeshare partnership that will open up more routes between India and Tokyo than ever before. With the signing of this agreement, Vistara becomes the only codeshare partner for …
Published on : Friday, February 22, 2019
The estimated number of foreign visitors to Japan in January increased 7.5 percent from 2018 to 2,689,400, setting an all-time high for the month, supported by relaxation of visa rules for Chinese tourists. Considering country and region, visitors from …
Published on : Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Japanese real-estate developer Global Agents announced plans for a new series of lifestyle hotels called ‘THE LIVELY.’ The first one will open in Fukuoka City, in the bustling Hakata District in July 2019. They plan to open two more premium …
Published on : Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Verteil Technologies announces the first-ever direct connect booking in Japan using Verteil’s NDC aggregator platform, Verteil Direct Connect (VDC). It has partnered with F-ness which is a major travel services group based in Tokyo. F-ness issued the first NDC ticket …
Published on : Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Aeroméxico, Mexico’s global airline, continues to implement its expansion strategy to offer customers new cities and horizons to increasingly distant destinations. On this occasion, Aeroméxico will start to work with its partner Japan Airlines on the operation and marketing of …
Published on : Tuesday, February 12, 2019
JAL Ground Service Co., Ltd. (JGS), known for providing airport ground services in Japan and ATOUN Inc., a company known for creating wearable robotic devices, today announced that JGS will purchase and implement the innovative gear to support airport personnel. …
Published on : Monday, February 11, 2019
Owned by hospitality brand Hoshino Resorts, Hoshinoya Tokyo offers one-of-a-kind Japanese luxury experience. It is not a boutique hotel, nor a luxury hotel. It is a ryokan. A ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn that existed since the eighth century …
Published on : Wednesday, February 6, 2019
The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) has announced the launch of a new website and video series dedicated to the Tohoku region, the “hidden gem” of northern Japan. JNTO worked with Nathan Thornburgh and Matt Goulding, founders of travelogue and …
Published on : Wednesday, February 6, 2019
Zegrahm Expeditions, which is a pioneer in small-ship cruising and wildlife adventures, offers three small-group options for travelers who wish to experience Japan’s enticing blend of modern and ancient, including a new cruise combining Japan and South Korea along with …
Published on : Monday, January 21, 2019
Last year, foreign tourists spent a total of 4.5 trillion Yen (US$41.37 billion) in Japan, of which 335.5 billion Yen, or 7.4 percent, was contributed by Hong Kong visitors. Hongkongers contribute significantly to Japan tourism boom. A vacation in …
Published on : Friday, January 18, 2019
Last year, the tourist number visiting Japan hit a record high as did in terms of their spending in the country, regardless of a series of natural disasters that closed down major airports on a temporary basis. However the …
Published on : Friday, January 11, 2019
Japan has introduced a departure tax this week as a prelude to hosting two major sporting events. Japan will host the Rugby World Cup this autumn followed by the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics next year. The so-called “sayonara tax”, …
Published on : Thursday, January 10, 2019
Japanese nationals will be able to use ePassport gates to enter the UK from summer this year as part of the commitment of the government to build up a new global immigration system as we exit the EU. ePassport gates, …