Japan Sets Tourism Record Despite Sharp Decline in Chinese Visitors
Japan welcomed a record number of international visitors in 2025, even as arrivals from China fell sharply late in the year amid rising diplomatic tensions.
Kyoto is Japan’s cultural heart, renowned for its ancient temples, traditional tea houses, and timeless geisha districts.
Japan welcomed a record number of international visitors in 2025, even as arrivals from China fell sharply late in the year amid rising diplomatic tensions.
Italy leads global travel demand in 2025, with Rome among the most booked cities, while Japan, Egypt, and island destinations highlight shifting patterns in luxury, value, and long-stay travel.
Starting March 2026, Kyoto will implement Japan’s highest-ever hotel tax to combat overtourism and protect the city’s cultural heritage.
Japan welcomed 3.43 million visitors in July 2025, setting a new monthly record. While arrivals from Hong Kong and South Korea fell, strong demand from China, the U.S., and Europe kept the momentum high.