It underscores that economic benefits are unevenly distributed across regions. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...

Sept. 20 (UPI) --The number of foreign visitors to Japan reached near pre-pandemic levels in August, its highest level since the nation eased COVID-19 travel restrictions last fall. The Japan National ...

Veteran tour guide Itsuo Okada examines a canister used for storing matcha tea in Kyoto. It's been just a year since Japan reopened its borders to international travel after the pandemic. But tourism ...

AKITA -- "Undiscovered Akita Prefecture." The striking catchphrase, displayed alongside Akita dogs, local specialties and ...

Japan continues to be the darling of the travel world. The country is on track to surpass a record-breaking 40 million international visitors by the end of 2025, according to a new analysis by Tourist ...

At 5 p.m., the line outside Ohyokkuri has already begun to form. The traditional izakaya, or pub, is so popular that people start waiting outside for half an hour before it opens to get a seat. On the ...

Japan Airlines has offered free domestic flights to international tourists visiting Japan. The initiative aims to promote travel to lesser-known destinations. But travel experts warn it may worsen ...

Inouye International Airport in Honolulu, illustrates the inter-island routes that once connected Oʻahu to Maui and the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. HONOLULU (KHON2) — Japan has become a hot travel destination in recent years but there may be some changes on the horizon. To help ...

Japan has decided to sharply cut passport fees in an effort to boost overseas travel and international exchange. Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu announced at a press conference in December 2025 ...

Japan is one of the most popular international destinations right now. In April 2025, Japan welcomed a record-breaking 3.9 million international visitors, according to the Japan National Tourism ...

Japan’s tourism industry is enjoying a remarkable surge in international interest, with visitor numbers reaching record levels and travellers increasingly seeking authentic experiences beyond the ...