Travel

Japan’s domestic aviation market has fully recovered, with record passenger numbers in 2025 driven by tourism and business travel, signaling a new phase of growth. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Japan’s …

Losing personal belongings is every traveler’s nightmare, but in Japan, more than half of lost items are eventually recovered. The latest statistics show that both lost-and-found reports and cash returns …

In the 2026 Henley Passport Index, Singapore ranks first with access to 192 destinations, followed by Japan and South Korea with 187, while European countries remain among the global leaders …

In 2025, France maintained its position as the world’s most popular travel destination, welcoming 117 million international visitors. Its capital, Paris, continues to attract large numbers of tourists with iconic …

Global interest in Japan’s hot spring culture is surging once again, with Google Trends data showing that searches for “Japan hot spring” peaked in February, highlighting renewed international attention. TOKYO, …

Amid rising prices, frugality is spreading among consumers in Japan. At the same time, spending is becoming increasingly polarized, with more people prioritizing personal interests and experiences. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) …

Japan’s Tourism Agency reported that international visitor overnight stays rose 8.2% in 2025 to 178 million. Tottori Prefecture saw the fastest growth, with foreign guest nights increasing nearly 70%, highlighting …

With borders reopening and international flight networks fully recovering, the tourism market is undergoing a structural transformation. Younger generations are no longer fixated on taking long annual vacations; instead, they …

Although the number of Chinese travelers to Japan is declining, the country’s inbound tourism market is undergoing a notable shift. In January, visitors from 17 countries reached record highs, with …

With the normalisation of global cross-border travel, museum attendance saw a significant resurgence in 2025. Iconic institutions, such as the Musée du Louvre, have regained the 9-million-visitor milestone, with cultural …