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Japan’s Travel & Tourism Sector to Surpass Previous Records in 2024
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) forecasts a record-breaking year for Japan’s Travel & Tourism sector, with its economic contribution, job numbers, and visitor spending, all set to reach historic levels. The sector’s contribution to Japan’s economy is expected to reach nearly ¥44.6TN in 2024, marking a 5.7% increase over the 2019 peak demonstrating the vital role of Travel & Tourism, accounting for 7.5% of Japan’s GDP.
Banyan Tree debuts into Japan with its first property in Kyoto
Banyan Group, an independent global hospitality company with purpose, proudly announces the opening of Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto in the third quarter of 2024, which marks the debut of the Banyan Tree brand in Japan. Located in the historic Higashiyama Ward of Kyoto City, Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto will feature 52 guestrooms, the signature Banyan Tree Spa and two distinctive dining experiences.
Subtropical Okinawa Welcomes New Hotels
Japan’s southernmost prefecture, Okinawa, has welcomed the opening of four new hotels with a premium villa resort on Irabu, a well-located beachfront property on Senaga, a coastal escape on Ishigaki and a secluded luxury resort on Miyako.
Travel sector calls for Japan to reduce restrictions to boost tourism
Japan has maintained some of the strictest entry regulations throughout the pandemic, but now there are calls to lift restrictions to boost tourism.
More countries join Expo 2025 Osaka exhibitor list
An additional 13 countries and regions have confirmed their participation in Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan, bringing the participation list to 100 countries and regions.
Hilton Kyoto set for 2024 opening
Hilton has signed a management agreement with Tokyo Tatemono for the opening of Hilton Kyoto, in what will mark the brand’s first flagship hotel in Japan’s cultural hub.
Japan and Singapore top passport index amid geopolitical uncertainty
The two nations share top spot in the Henley Passport Index - the ranking for the world’s passports - with visa-free travel access to 192 countries.
Finnair to relaunch Tokyo flights next week
Finnair is to resume flights to Japan, avoiding Russian airspace, due to the conflict in Ukraine. The new flight time for the Finnish flag-carrier will increase to approximately 13 hours.
Japan relaunches UK travel trade website
The platform features news, resources, webinars and giveaway campaigns across Japan to prepare agents for when the Japanese border reopens.
Japan to close borders in response to new Covid-19 variant
Authorities in Japan have confirmed the destination will bar entry to visitors from around the world as fears over a new Covid-19 variant grow.
Six Senses set for Japan debut with Kyoto property
Historically the largest city and still thought to be the heart of Japan, Kyoto is famed for its Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, palaces, traditional Japanese architecture and beautiful cherry gardens.