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Turkish Airlines opens its largest international lounge outside Istanbul at Tokyo Narita Airport
Turkish Airlines has opened its largest overseas lounge at Narita International Airport in Tokyo.
Odin Hills in Niseko unveils two iconic designs
Odin Hills, the premier luxury residential destination in Niseko renowned for architectural excellence and harmony with nature, has unveiled two new villa designs adding to its growing residential collection.
Japanese tour bus operator Kochi Ekimae Kanko to launch double-decker sleeper bus service
Japanese bus operator Kochi Ekimae Kanko announced that it will commence the country’s first-ever double-decker sleeper bus service from 4th March.
Valpas announces strategic entry into the Japanese hotel market
Valpas, the only travel platform for safe, sustainable and bed bug-free stays, has announced its strategic expansion into the Japanese market, building on its partnership with Canon MJ, Japan's technology company, following their strategic investment in June.
CapitaLand Ascott returns boosted by acquisitions in Japan
CapitaLand Ascott Trust (CLAS) announced its acquisition of two freehold limited-service hotels in Japan for an approximate total of SG$178.5 million on Friday, 31st January.
Japan hotels stays hit record high in 2024
In a report released on Friday, 31st January, the Japan Tourism Agency declared a record increase in overnight stays in the country throughout 2024.
Sabre Hospitality signs partnership with Japan’s Loco Partners
Travel technologies firm Sabre Corporation’s Sabre Hospitality recently signed a partnership with Loco Partners in Japan.
Japan Airlines takes the world’s first aircraft with large-scale riblet coating to the skies
Japan Airlines Co, Ltd, in partnership with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), and O-Well Corporation, has applied riblet-shaped coating to the majority of the fuselage of one of its Boeing 787-9 aircraft.
Vietnam seeks to boost wellness tourism sector
Thanks to increasing interest in holistic wellness, Vietnam reports that its wellness tourism sector is working to be at par with and to even surpass its regional peers.
Japan reduces visa slots for Filipino travellers to mitigate overtourism
As part of the Japanese government’s drive against overtourism, the Japanese Embassy in the Philippines recently decreased application slots for Filipinos seeking to enter the country as tourists.
Keisei Electric Railway Company introduces facial recognition gates for airport-bound lines
Keisei Electric Railway Company introduced facial recognition ticket gates for several trains plying routes connecting major Tokyo stations and Narita Airport.
ANA Holdings through ANA Future Frontier Fund to invest in BlueWX
ANA HOLDINGS INC through its corporate venture capital (CVC) fund "ANA Future Frontier Fund L.P.", announced its investment in BlueWX Co. Ltd. (BlueWX), a startup company that provides highly accurate weather forecasting services, leveraging advanced technology to enhance safety and efficiency across various industries.
Accor unveils Japan’s hidden gems with Grand Mercure and Mercure Hotels
Japan's regional wonders await discovery, offering a tapestry of natural beauty, rich traditions, and heartfelt local connections.
W Koh Samui treats guests to a Fusion of Iron
Lovers of Japanese cuisine are in for a feast as W Koh Samui presents prizewinning culinary masters at its Fusion of Iron this February.
Japan reports 36.78 million foreign arrivals in 2024
Japan’s Immigration Services Agency reported on Friday, 24th January, that foreign arrivals hit a record high of 36.78 million in the past year.
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