Articles tagged “japan”

Tourism

Solo Travelers Fuel Shoulder Season: Skift Travel Health Index

Solo travel is emerging as a significant trend, driving demand during shoulder seasons.

Solo Travelers Fuel Shoulder Season: Skift Travel Health Index

Luxury

The Growing Global Appeal of the Japanese Ryokan

One of the oldest forms of Japanese hospitality is getting more attention from global brands, and cross-pollinating across the Pacific. 

The Growing Global Appeal of the Japanese Ryokan

Podcasts

Uber + Expedia, Japan’s Record and Cathay’s New Suite

Today's podcast looks at hypothetical Uber acquisition of Expedia, a record-breaking year for Japan, and Cathay Pacific's much-anticipated new cabin.

Uber + Expedia, Japan’s Record and Cathay’s New Suite

Tourism

Japan Tourism Sets Yet Another Record As Visitor Spending Exceeds Last Year’s High

The tourism sun is shining bright over Japan as visitor numbers and revenues reach an all-time high in 2024. The challenge: sustaining the growth through 2025.

Japan Tourism Sets Yet Another Record As Visitor Spending Exceeds Last Year’s High

Hotels

How China, Japan and India Are Shaping the Asian Hotel Market

The hotel sector in the Asia Pacific is doing better than before, but filling rooms — especially with business events — will take a bit longer.

How China, Japan and India Are Shaping the Asian Hotel Market

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb Bets Big on Domestic Travel in Japan with New Marketing Push 

Airbnb is going after Japan's domestic travelers, the largest part of the country's travel market. But it will take time to crack it.

Airbnb Bets Big on Domestic Travel in Japan with New Marketing Push 

Airlines

Houston’s Getting a Low-Cost Link to Tokyo

This bold move by a Japanese budget carrier will see it compete directly with two formidable big-name competitors. With no transit partners for smooth onward connections, will low fares be enough to fill the planes profitably?

Houston’s Getting a Low-Cost Link to Tokyo

Tourism

Asia-Pacific Tourism Rebound: Late to the Party, But Now Leading the Pack

Global tourism is bouncing back big in 2024, but staying ahead means thinking smart and staying agile. In Asia-Pacific, that means handling the surge in visitors while keeping it sustainable, nailing targeted marketing, and leveling out those seasonal travel waves.

Asia-Pacific Tourism Rebound: Late to the Party, But Now Leading the Pack

Tourism

Ask Skift: How Are Destinations Combatting Overtourism?

Overtourism has become a pressing issue, and several destinations have unveiled strategies they believe will better help them manage visitor numbers.

Ask Skift: How Are Destinations Combatting Overtourism?

Daily Lodging Report

Japan and China Lead Global Hotel Investment Surge

Japan and China are emerging as top destinations for global hotel investments due to strong travel demand, economic optimism, and promising returns.