We interviewed Ibaraki Prefecture’s high-value-added tour, the inside of a tour consisting of three concepts, toward the evolution of “experiential tourism”.

We cover the highlights and activities of the "High Value-Added Tour" planned by Ibaraki Prefecture. We looked for hints on how to revitalize a region through market development. Source link

Continue ReadingWe interviewed Ibaraki Prefecture’s high-value-added tour, the inside of a tour consisting of three concepts, toward the evolution of “experiential tourism”.

Approximately 80 million people are expected to travel during the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States, the highest number ever, and major airlines also expect passenger numbers to exceed last year.

According to Reuters, the number of American travelers during the Thanksgiving holiday in 2024 is expected to reach a record high of about 80 million. All major airlines are also…

Continue ReadingApproximately 80 million people are expected to travel during the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States, the highest number ever, and major airlines also expect passenger numbers to exceed last year.

[Illustration]The number of foreign visitors to Japan will be 3.31 million in October 2024, the cumulative total for the year will exceed 30 million at the fastest pace, and will reach a record high for the year next month – Japan National Tourism Organization (Breaking News)

According to the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO), the number of foreign tourists visiting Japan in October 2024 (estimated) will be 3.31 million. Source link

Continue Reading[Illustration]The number of foreign visitors to Japan will be 3.31 million in October 2024, the cumulative total for the year will exceed 30 million at the fastest pace, and will reach a record high for the year next month – Japan National Tourism Organization (Breaking News)

[Illustration]The number of Japanese people departing from Japan will be 1.15 million in October 2024, exceeding 10 million per year for the first time after the coronavirus, and international flights departing from Japan will recover to 2019 levels – Japan National Tourism Organization (Breaking News)

According to the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO), the number of Japanese people leaving the country in October 2024 (estimated) is 1.15 million. Source link

Continue Reading[Illustration]The number of Japanese people departing from Japan will be 1.15 million in October 2024, exceeding 10 million per year for the first time after the coronavirus, and international flights departing from Japan will recover to 2019 levels – Japan National Tourism Organization (Breaking News)

The number of visitors to Japan from India is rapidly increasing, what is the current situation and what are the best-selling products? We covered the behind-the-scenes aspects of service development and its potential as a new market.

The number of visitors to Japan from India is increasing. JTB Global Marketing & Travel's sunrise tour for visitors to Japan also focuses on the Indian market. We have high…

Continue ReadingThe number of visitors to Japan from India is rapidly increasing, what is the current situation and what are the best-selling products? We covered the behind-the-scenes aspects of service development and its potential as a new market.

Survey on overtourism, 60% of regions experience congestion, the challenge is “traffic problems”, wide-area cooperation is the key

The Jalan Research Center conducted a survey of tourism administrations and private companies across the country on measures to combat overtourism and the leveling and dispersion of tourists. In addition…

Continue ReadingSurvey on overtourism, 60% of regions experience congestion, the challenge is “traffic problems”, wide-area cooperation is the key

Gero Onsen in Gifu Prefecture: Distributing tourism and evacuation center information in a multilingual map, verifying convenience for visitors to Japan

Demonstration experiment on tourism and disaster prevention at Gero Onsen. Utilize digital signage to disseminate tourism and evacuation information in Japanese and English. By scanning the QR code with your…

Continue ReadingGero Onsen in Gifu Prefecture: Distributing tourism and evacuation center information in a multilingual map, verifying convenience for visitors to Japan

JTB receives international certification for sustainable tourism, in domestic tour operator category

JTB has obtained GSTC tour operator certification for domestic tours from Bureau Veritas, one of the third-party international certification bodies accredited by GSTC. Taking this opportunity, we will further strengthen…

Continue ReadingJTB receives international certification for sustainable tourism, in domestic tour operator category

Marriott opens mid-priced hotel brand “Four Points Flex” in Osaka, first in Asia, plans to open 14 hotels in Japan by 2025

Marriott opens ``Four Points Flex by Sheraton Osaka Umeda.'' First in the Asia Pacific region. Further openings are planned in Morioka and Kanazawa within the year. Source link

Continue ReadingMarriott opens mid-priced hotel brand “Four Points Flex” in Osaka, first in Asia, plans to open 14 hotels in Japan by 2025