Japan Tourism News
Eva Air plans to boost Japan connections as Dreamliner fleet grows
Complementing the eight gateways the airline currently serves, Taiwan’s independent airline will initiate flights from Taipei’s Taoyuan International Airport to Japan’s airports in Nagoya, Aomori and Matsuyama.
Hyatt House Niseko to open next month ahead of ski season
Hyatt has entered into a management agreement with Hokkaido Alpine Resort Management, an affiliate of LimeTree Capital, for a 91-room Hyatt House hotel in Niseko, Japan.
Matthew Joslin, marketing and communications manager, Japan National Tourism Board
Tourism in Japan has come into sharper focus recently, with the Rugby World Cup taking place next year and the Olympic Games to follow in 2020. Here Matthew Joslin, marketing and communications manager in the UK for the Japan National Tourism Board, tells Breaking Travel News how the local hospitality sector is preparing to welcome travellers from across the globe.
Emirates brings A380 service to Hamburg and Osaka
Emirates has expanded the network of destinations served by its flagship A380 aircraft with the launch of new scheduled A380 services to Hamburg and Osaka this week.
All Nippon Airways to launch new direct flight to Vienna in spring 2019
All Nippon Airways is expanding its services to Europe with the upcoming launch of a new daily non-stop route from Tokyo Haneda Airport to Vienna International Airport.
Tokyo, Japan, to host ABTA Travel Convention 2019
Tokyo, Japan’s capital, mixes the unique combination of traditional and modern culture, from neon-lit signs and skyscrapers to historic temples that Japan is so well known for.
Japan welcomes new British Airways Osaka flights ahead of Rugby World Cup
Japan National Tourism Organisation has welcomed news that British Airways will launch a direct flight between London and Osaka early next year ahead of the Japan Rugby World Cup.
Duke of Cambridge opens Japan House in London
Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, has formally opened Japan House London, the new cultural home of Japan in the UK. His royal highness was accompanied by Japan’s deputy prime minister, Taro Aso, and Koji Tsuruoka, ambassador of Japan to the UK.
Finnair to boost Japan connections for summer 2019
Finnair is set to boost frequencies on popular Asian routes next summer, including double-daily flights to Hong Kong and additional flights to Japan, as it continues its strong growth across key Asian markets.
Japan National Tourism Organisation appoints Black Diamond in UK
London-based communications agency, Black Diamond, has been appointed by Japan National Tourism Organisation to act as its first retained public relations agency in the UK following a competitive pitch process.
UNESCO recognises Christian history of Japan with new World Cultural Heritage Site
UNESCO has designated a series of sites associated with the hidden history of Christians in 16th- to 19th-century Japan as the country’s 18th World Cultural Heritage Site.
All Nippon Airways launches new We Are Japan campaign
Created around seven pillars – Eat, Drink, See, Stay, Do, Discover, Go – the campaign features stunning photography, exclusive film and expert insight.