Japan Tourism News
Super Nintendo World to open in Japan in February
The location brings to life a highly themed land featuring legendary worlds, characters and adventures where guests will be able to play inside their favourite Nintendo games.
Breaking Travel News interview: Ito Tatsuya, marketing, Lotte Arai Resort
Having been recognised as one of the best ski hospitality providers anywhere on earth by World Ski Awards, Breaking Travel News here chats with Ito Tatsuya from Lotte Arai Resort to find out more
Dusit International signs new Japan property
Dusit International has signed a hotel management agreement with Yasuda Real Estate, a community-focused property developer based in Tokyo, to operate the luxury Dusit Thani Kyoto.
Aloft Tokyo Ginza takes brand into Japan for first time
With its highly conceptualised design - a nod to Ginza’s “Miyuki-zoku” youth subculture movement of the 1960s – the property showcases an eclectic mix of neon colours, graffiti, and urban art.
Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi opens to first guests
With direct access to the major subway hub of Otemachi Station, and just a short walk from the main rail terminal, the hotel provides the very best of this dynamic capital city.
Marriott welcomes opening of the Ritz-Carlton, Nikko
The property - set amidst a UNESCO World Heritage Site - introduces a new level of luxury to the destination, with an experience marked by an emphasis on immersing oneself in the majestic natural surroundings.
Wyndham Hotels brings two new brands to Japan
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has confirmed the continued expansion of its portfolio in Japan, converting two hotels to its Wyndham Grand and Wyndham Garden brands.
Japan looks to domestic travel to rebuild tourism sector
Japan has lifted a state of emergency and is preparing to begin a phased relaunch of the domestic tourism sector. The country has been under lockdown for for seven weeks.
Japan launches new e-learning platform to agents
The Japan National Tourism Organisation has announced the launch of new e-learning platform to agents who might suddenly have a lot more time on their hands due to the coronavirus lockdown.
Tokyo 2020 Olympics delayed until next summer
The Tokyo 2020 summer Olympic and Paralympic games will be moved to next year as the world battles the coronavirus outbreak. The event had been due to begin on July 24th.
Record visitor figures for Japan ahead of Olympic Games
Japan National Tourism Organisation has announced that more than 31 million overseas travellers visited the country in 2019, marking it an all-time record.
Jamaica tourism keen to grow Japan arrivals
Edmund Bartlett, minister of tourism for Jamaica, who led a delegation to Tourism Expo Japan, spoke to the improvements in the tourism product which would appeal to the market.