Japan removes short-stay visas for Malaysian tourists
Skift Take
Japan’s falling yen has attracted visitors and brought tourism to forefront of the country’s growth efforts. Removing barriers to entry, like the Malaysian short-stay via, will only fuel that growth.
Tour and travel companies have responded with a big arigato gozaimasu (thank you) to Japan's decision to abolish visas for Malaysian tourists, with some expecting their bookings to double.
Malaysian Association of Tour & Travel Agents (MATTA) deputy president John Tan Chai Keong said its 2,800 tour agents expected a big boost in Malaysian travellers to Japan.
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