Articles tagged “japan”

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.

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?

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.

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

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

Japan's casino dreams are ramping up as Osaka IR takes a leap of faith, ditching its exit clause. But with rising costs and public doubts, the stakes are sky-high. Will this gamble succeed, or is Japan risking a costly blunder in a competitive market?

Think travel to Japan is a breeze? Time to bid sayonara to that idea! Your Japan trip just got an upgrade in red tape.

Grasping the shift to digital payments in Asia would be a game-changer for the travel industry. Cashless is the future — think convenience and cool perks!

Japan set a new monthly record of 3.29 million foreign visitors in July, driven by the weak yen and summer holidays.

2024 might be the year we finally stop comparing South Korea's tourism numbers to 2019. This year, South Korean arrivals could set a new standard all on their own!