We asked a young social entrepreneur about the issue of tourist etiquette, the “tourist ship” that changes the behavior of travelers, the background of its activities and birth, and the future it aims for.

We asked a young social entrepreneur about the issue of tourist etiquette, the “tourist ship” that changes the behavior of travelers, the background of its activities and birth, and the future it aims for.

"Tourist Ship" was created by Chieko Tanaka, a young social entrepreneur, who became aware of the problem of overtourism while attending Kyoto University. Amidst the growing demand for travel, which…

Continue ReadingWe asked a young social entrepreneur about the issue of tourist etiquette, the “tourist ship” that changes the behavior of travelers, the background of its activities and birth, and the future it aims for.
Mitsui Fudosan launches luggage transportation service between Tokyo/Kyoto and Osaka at hotels, same-day delivery on Shinkansen for 10,780 yen per piece

Mitsui Fudosan launches luggage transportation service between Tokyo/Kyoto and Osaka at hotels, same-day delivery on Shinkansen for 10,780 yen per piece

Mitsui Fudosan, JR Tokai, and Sagawa Express have launched InterCity Hotel Baggage Link, a baggage transportation service that delivers luggage for hotel guests between Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka on the…

Continue ReadingMitsui Fudosan launches luggage transportation service between Tokyo/Kyoto and Osaka at hotels, same-day delivery on Shinkansen for 10,780 yen per piece
AI proposes a travel plan that is less crowded for Hakone trips, developed by DMO and startups from the University of Tokyo to counter overtourism

AI proposes a travel plan that is less crowded for Hakone trips, developed by DMO and startups from the University of Tokyo to counter overtourism

Hakone has begun offering a travel planning AI service, ``Hakotabi,'' to combat overtourism. When a traveler's attributes and interests are entered, the system suggests multiple routes to visit tourist spots…

Continue ReadingAI proposes a travel plan that is less crowded for Hakone trips, developed by DMO and startups from the University of Tokyo to counter overtourism
Will the world be able to overcome overtourism in 2025? Decentralization through required policies and improvement of resident satisfaction[Gaiden]

Will the world be able to overcome overtourism in 2025? Decentralization through required policies and improvement of resident satisfaction[Gaiden]

The American economic newspaper ``Fortune'' reports on the issue of overtourism, which has become a problem in 2024, especially in Europe. Along with the background, it also conveys the outlook…

Continue ReadingWill the world be able to overcome overtourism in 2025? Decentralization through required policies and improvement of resident satisfaction[Gaiden]
Kyoto City opens a website that connects citizens and tourism, distributing citizen-only campaigns and in-depth content to promote understanding of tourism

Kyoto City opens a website that connects citizens and tourism, distributing citizen-only campaigns and in-depth content to promote understanding of tourism

Kyoto City and the Kyoto City Tourism Association (DMO KYOTO) have opened a portal site for citizens, ``LINK! LINK! LINK!''. We will disseminate services limited to citizens such as discounts…

Continue ReadingKyoto City opens a website that connects citizens and tourism, distributing citizen-only campaigns and in-depth content to promote understanding of tourism
Travel trends during the year-end and New Year holidays: Domestic travelers are at the same level as last year, international travelers are up 13%, and destinations are becoming more polarized between far and near – JTB estimates

Travel trends during the year-end and New Year holidays: Domestic travelers are at the same level as last year, international travelers are up 13%, and destinations are becoming more polarized between far and near – JTB estimates

According to JTB's travel trend forecast for the year-end and New Year holidays (December 23rd to January 3rd), the number of domestic travelers is 28 million, about the same as…

Continue ReadingTravel trends during the year-end and New Year holidays: Domestic travelers are at the same level as last year, international travelers are up 13%, and destinations are becoming more polarized between far and near – JTB estimates
The Japan Tourism Agency’s supplementary budget for 2024 includes a total of 54.3 billion yen, including high added value, countermeasures against overtourism, and attracting inbound tourists to local areas.

The Japan Tourism Agency’s supplementary budget for 2024 includes a total of 54.3 billion yen, including high added value, countermeasures against overtourism, and attracting inbound tourists to local areas.

The Japan Tourism Agency has earmarked 54.3 billion yen as a supplementary budget for FY2024. Implemented ``revitalization and high added value of tourist destinations and the tourism industry'', ``improving the…

Continue ReadingThe Japan Tourism Agency’s supplementary budget for 2024 includes a total of 54.3 billion yen, including high added value, countermeasures against overtourism, and attracting inbound tourists to local areas.
A special website has been set up to prevent congestion heading towards Shirakawa Village and Shirakawago in Gifu Prefecture, including parking lot congestion forecasts and real-time distribution of traffic conditions.

A special website has been set up to prevent congestion heading towards Shirakawa Village and Shirakawago in Gifu Prefecture, including parking lot congestion forecasts and real-time distribution of traffic conditions.

Shirakawa Village in Gifu Prefecture has released a special website, ``Shirakawa-go Smooth Travel Guide Shirakawa Going,'' as part of its measures to prevent overtourism related to transportation. We recommend staggering…

Continue ReadingA special website has been set up to prevent congestion heading towards Shirakawa Village and Shirakawago in Gifu Prefecture, including parking lot congestion forecasts and real-time distribution of traffic conditions.
Shodoshima, Kagawa Prefecture, demonstrates the navigation of an AI self-driving boat, combining it with existing transportation such as shared bicycles, creating a new means of transportation for islanders and tourists

Shodoshima, Kagawa Prefecture, demonstrates the navigation of an AI self-driving boat, combining it with existing transportation such as shared bicycles, creating a new means of transportation for islanders and tourists

A demonstration experiment of AI self-driving boat navigation as a new means of transportation for islanders and tourists on Shodoshima, Kagawa Prefecture. The aim is to create a new touring…

Continue ReadingShodoshima, Kagawa Prefecture, demonstrates the navigation of an AI self-driving boat, combining it with existing transportation such as shared bicycles, creating a new means of transportation for islanders and tourists
Protest demonstrations resume in Barcelona, ​​Spain as rents soar due to increase in vacation rentals for tourists, demanding improvements in living conditions

Protest demonstrations resume in Barcelona, ​​Spain as rents soar due to increase in vacation rentals for tourists, demanding improvements in living conditions

A demonstration demanding lower rents and improved living conditions on November 23, 2024 in Barcelona, ​​Spain. Approximately 22,000 people participated. Rent is rising due to the increase in private lodging.…

Continue ReadingProtest demonstrations resume in Barcelona, ​​Spain as rents soar due to increase in vacation rentals for tourists, demanding improvements in living conditions
Older Posts