New platform for small and medium-sized enterprises, which account for 80% of the tourism industry, supports global expansion, launched by World Travel and Tourism Council

The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched the Together in Travel platform to provide small and medium-sized businesses with the tools and resources they need to expand globally.…

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Polaris makes hotel operator Minasia a wholly owned subsidiary, increasing the number of hotels by 1.8 times to 91, maximizing profits through economies of scale

Polaris Holdings, which operates a hotel business, has concluded a stock exchange agreement with Minasia, which also operates a hotel business nationwide, making Minasia a wholly owned subsidiary. The number…

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Kyoto City sets up temporary information center and baggage delivery/storage center during autumn tourist season to prevent overtourism

During the fall tourist season, when many tourists are expected to visit, Kyoto City has set up a multilingual information center and temporary baggage delivery and storage facilities to ease…

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Wakura Onsen “Kagaya” holds opera troupe show in Tokyo, collaborates with JTB and Asahi Breweries for earthquake recovery

JTB, Asahi Breweries, and Kagaya in Wakura Onsen, Ishikawa Prefecture, will hold performances by the Kagaya Leprechaun Opera Company from October to December 2024. As part of the ``Creation of…

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Accommodation reservation management Tripura starts linking with “WhatsApp” using AI chatbot to facilitate smooth communication with foreign guests

Tripla, which develops IT solutions for accommodation facilities, has started working with its multilingual AI chatbot service ``tripla Bot'' and the messaging app ``WhatsApp.'' Improving convenience for foreign guests. Source…

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Vacation Rental Airbnb adds new search function optimized for individuals; Sapporo is popular destination this winter

Airbnb announces winter 2024 upgrades. Added over 50 new features that are more personalized for guests. There are also features specific to Japan. Source link

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Hoshino Resorts changes the name of the Tanigawadake facility in Gunma Prefecture and rebrands it to become a year-round spot where you can enjoy the charm of the mountains.

From December 1, 2024, Hoshino Resorts will change the names of "Tanigawa-dake Ropeway by Hoshino Resorts" and "Tanigawa-dake Tenjindaira Ski Resort by Hoshino Resorts" to "Tanigawa-dake Yoch by Hoshino Resorts"…

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Development Bank of Japan and private lodging management companies form a real estate fund specializing in urban private lodging, supporting expansion of private lodging supply

Matsuri Technologies, which operates private lodging houses, has formed a real estate fund specializing in urban private lodging operations with Development Bank of Japan and DBJ Asset Management. Promote support…

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Hoshino Resorts expands into North America, deciding to open a “hot spring inn”, targeting North American residents, offering seasonal Japanese-style services

Hoshino Resorts will open a "hot spring inn" in New York state in the United States in 2028. The idea is to provide services with a Japanese seasonal feel at…

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What are the new standard sightseeing routes chosen by visitors to Japan, and tips for attracting inbound tourists based on travel data? -Travel Voice LIVE Report (PR)

(PR) A foreigner visiting Japan who travels through Japan by a route different from the usual route for Japanese people. Why do they choose such an unexpected route? We deciphered…

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