AIRBNB TO ATTRACT MORE FOREIGN TOURISTS TO JAPAN'S COUNTRYSIDE

Ashley Nault -
Airbnb Japan wants to attract more foreign tourists by offering an old, traditional Japanese house, "kominka". It is usually located in the middle of nowhere. ...

WEAK CURRENCY BOOSTS THE PURCHASING POWER OF FOREIGN TOURISTS IN JAPAN

Anna Luebke -
The yen's current weakness is boosting the purchasing power of a record number of foreign tourists visiting Japan, making it a more affordable destination for travelers looking to save money. ...

JAPAN WILL ACCEPT 5,000 FOREIGN VISITORS PER DAY

Ashley Nault -
Japanese entry restrictions are progressively becoming less strict. While the current limit is around 3,500 new entries per day, it will soon be increased to 5,000 foreign visitors. ...

FAKE MONKS ARE RIPPING OFF TOURISTS IN TOKYO

Anna Luebke -
Japan is generally considered a safe destination for travelers, but it's important to remain cautious about potential crime. ...

JAPAN FACES A LACK OF STAFF IN ITS TOURISM INDUSTRY

Kevin Eagan -
Japan is currently experiencing a labor shortage in the tourism industry. This is because many companies in this sector had to reduce their workforce during the pandemic. As the economy improves, the ...