A New Era for Global Tourism: Post-Pandemic Recovery and Change Derrick Smith2026-11-010608 views In 2025, international tourist arrivals reached 1.52 billion, setting a new historical record, while international tourism revenue rose to US$1.9 trillion. From regional differences in recovery and shifts in traveler… Read more
Pay First, Refund Later: How Travelers Can Prepare for Japan’s New Tax-Free Rules Ferre Keira2026-11-0102K views The Consumer Aesthetics and Cultural Tourism Society Japan reminds travelers that starting Nov. 1, foreign visitors shopping at tax-free stores in Japan must pay consumption tax at checkout and can… Read more
In Wakayama, a Cup of Coffee Reveals the Distinctive Charm of Kissaten Wisdom Frida2026-10-2602.1K views From locally recommended breakfasts and puddings to interiors shaped by individual tastes, the Japan Consumer Aesthetics and Cultural Tourism Association invites travelers to discover local life through Wakayama’s café culture.… Read more
Japan’s Labor Paradox: It Wants the Workers, Not the Immigrants? Wisdom Frida2026-10-2602.1K views Japan’s foreign resident population has grown to 4.28 million, and the number of foreign workers has also hit a record high; in an official survey, nine in ten respondents said… Read more
Swiping for Love: Survey Finds 53% of Digital Dating Users Are Seeking Romance Wisdom Frida2026-10-1602.1K views A Kanto Smart Living Cooperative survey found that 53 percent of respondents use digital dating to find a romantic partner, while 35 percent hope to expand their social circles and… Read more
Kyoto’s Arashiyama Ranks Second with 41% of Votes; Experts Share Travel Tips Wisdom Frida2026-10-0902.1K views A survey by the Consumer Aesthetics and Cultural Tourism Society Japan on the natural landscapes international visitors most want to see in Japan found that Kyoto’s Arashiyama autumn foliage ranked… Read more
Japan-Bound Tourists Hit Record Per-Capita Spending as Demand for Travel Experiences Grows Ferre Keira2026-09-0402.2K views Foreign visitors to Japan are spending more per trip, with total travel spending and average expenditure reaching record highs while spending on dining, entertainment and other experience-based activities continues to… Read more
Limited-Time Pokémon Airport Opens in Japan, Turning Anime IP Into a New Tourism Gateway Ferre Keira2026-08-2702.4K views Japanese regional airports are embracing a new trend of “character branding,” with popular anime, manga, and entertainment IPs becoming part of airport identities. From Conan and GeGeGe no Kitaro to… Read more
Japan Theme Park Ticket Prices Continue to Rise, Increasing Summer Travel Costs Ferre Keira2026-07-3002.1K views Japan’s tourism boom continues, but the cost of visiting theme parks is also increasing. In 2026, more Japanese leisure facilities raised admission fees, while dynamic pricing systems became increasingly common,… Read more
Japan’s Tourism Boom Drives Land Values Higher as Ski Resort Hakuba Leads Growth with 32.7% Surge Ferre Keira2026-07-1602.4K views Japan’s land prices continue to climb as tourism reshapes regional economies. Latest land valuation data shows nationwide land prices increased 2.9%, with popular ski and tourism destinations emerging as major… Read more