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A New Travel Era in Japan: Why the Shift in Chinese Tourist Arrivals Is Changing How the World Explores Japan
A New Travel Era in Japan: Why the Shift in Chinese Tourist Arrivals Is Changing How the World Explores Japan Japan’s tourism landscape is undergoing a noticeable transformation in 2026. A sharp decline in visitors from China has changed travel patterns across the country. While this shift reflects broader geopolitical and seasonal factors, it has also created unexpected opportunities for travellers from other parts of the world. For years, Chinese travellers formed one of the largest visitor groups to Japan. Their absence is now reshaping how destinations function, how tourism businesses plan,...