Japan
Record surge in international skiers drives tourism growth in Japan: Visa
With peak ski season transforming to Spring blossoms, Visa revealed data showing growing popularity of Japan as a ski holiday destination among international travellers as number of visitors surpassed pre-pandemic levels, setting a fresh record.
Cartier transforms Narita International Airport Boutique
Cartier, in collaboration with NAA Retailing Corporate (NAAR), has unveiled its redesigned airport boutique in Narita International Airport Terminal 1 on March 26.
All Nippon Airways launches ANA SUITE EXPRESS
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan's largest and 5-star airline for 12 consecutive years, announced the opening of ANA SUITE EXPRESS, at Haneda Airport's Domestic Terminal.
Rosewood Front Row Tokyo celebrates debut of the brand’s luxury legacy in Japan
As Rosewood made its historic debut in Japan, the third installation of the brand's cultural series celebrated the arrival of Rosewood Miyakojima with a multi-sensory evening of discovery
The Dream Sphere to make Singapore come alive at Expo 2025, Osaka
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Kingsmen Exhibits have revealed an exciting lineup of programmes for The Dream Sphere, Singapore’s Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan
The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu wins accolades
The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu has been awarded the Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star rating for the fourth consecutive year, reaffirming its reputation for exceptional hospitality.
New accommodation tax approved in 11 locations in Japan
The introduction of accommodation taxes in nine cities and two prefectures in Japan was approved by its government on Friday, 21st March.
MOL Cruises buys an additional vessel from Seabourn Cruises
MOL Cruises, operator of Japan’s Mitsui Ocean Cruises, announced that it has purchased another ship from Seabourn Cruises.
Experiencing Tokyo Beyond the Crowds
Tokyo, renowned for its dazzling neon lights, historic landmarks, and bustling streets, is a city that never sleeps. For travellers, this vibrant energy is thrilling
VFS Global: Filipinos may still apply for Japan visas via travel agencies
Filipino travellers applying for Japan visas may still submit their applications through an accredited travel agent even when VFS Global opens its Japanese visa application centre (JVAC) on 7th April.
Phong Nha in Vietnam is Agoda’s most affordable Asian destination for spring 2025
Digital travel platform Agoda revealed its list of the most affordable destinations in the Asia Pacific for spring 2025.
Agoda reveals the top five Asian forest destinations
In commemoration of the International Day of Forests today, 21st March, digital travel platform Agoda revealed its list of the five most popular forest destinations across Asia.
Klook introduces its No Bloom No Gloom guarantee for sakura season
As spring sets into East Asia and cherry blossoms are poised to bloom, Klook offers travellers peace of mind with an industry-first cherry blossom guarantee.
Japan reports 16.9 percent increase in tourist arrivals in February
The Japan Tourism Organisation (JTO) reports that the estimated number of foreign arrivals in February 2025 was up by 16.9 percent from the total recorded in February 2024.
KAI Hakone reopens this August
Hoshino Resorts announced that its onsen ryokan [hot spring inn] KAI Hakone reopens on 1st August this year, following closure due to extensive refurbishment.
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