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Welcome to the 26th Dreaming Edition of the Japan Travel Trade Newsletter!
As you may know, from next month Japan will be doubling the entry cap from 10,000 pax/day to 20,000 and travellers coming from 'Blue' group countries will not need to take a PCR test or quarantine on arrival, regardless of vaccination status. The list of countries in each group are yet to be announced, please see the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan's website for detailed information.
At present, a visa is still required to enter the country, and only business travellers, students and long-stay visas are being considered. However, the first set of trial tour groups from 4 countries including Australia landed in Japan this week. They will be spending up to a week exploring the country on fixed itineraries and accompanied by a guide, with the last set of groups to depart Japan by early June.
We do not yet know when the borders will be opened to leisure travellers but an update is expected in June after the trial concludes. Rest assured that we will let you, our valued trade partners, know as soon as we have information on this.
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Insider Tip
#1: Golden Week
Golden Week refers to a string of four public holidays in Japan from 29th April to 5th May and adjacent weekends. As many offices close for about a week or more, it is one of the peak seasons for domestic travel. Expect trains, airports and tourist attractions to be more crowded than usual.
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Travel Inspiration & Updates
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Exciting news for Studio Ghibli fans! The long-anticipated Ghibli Park in Aichi Prefecture is set to open on 1 November 2022. Dive into the world of Studio Ghibli and discover architecture, exhibits and artifacts from beloved Ghibli films.
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Discover sustainable travel experiences that will give you and your clients a deeper understanding of Japanese customs rooted in respect for and a deep connection to the natural world in our brand-new 58-page digital guide.
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Tokyo’s countless neighbourhoods, each with its own style and atmosphere, offer endless opportunities for exploration. From a former geisha district to a kitchenware district, learn more about 5 areas loved by locals.
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Experience over 350 wisteria trees in full bloom, including a giant 160-year-old wisteria tree, a wisteria trellis spanning 1,000 square metres and an 80-metre-long tunnel of white wisteria flowers.
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From time to time, the seaside town of Takeno near Kinosaki Onsen is home to a rare species of bioluminescent plankton. It also boasts charming traditional townscapes, scenic walking tracks, kayaking and more.
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See traditional folk-dance performances on a historic street in Sado Island, Niigata. Lanterns bask the area in a warm glow as performers dance their way down the street to live music.
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Resources for you and your clients
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Travel Trade Resources
Find e-learning programmes and webinars by JNTO & our partners; JNTO's photo and video library; brochures, maps and posters; inbound travel suppliers and more!
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Access travel advisories and the latest information on countermeasures the government and companies and facilities such as airlines, airports, railway companies and accommodation providers have implemented to curb the spread of COVID-19.
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JNTO has worked with local governments and travel suppliers in Japan to highlight off-the-beaten-track experiential travel. The handpicked experiences are separated into 7 passions - Tradition, Outdoors, Cuisine, Cities, Nature, Art, Relaxation - allowing you to find activities suited to your clients' interests, all across the country. Visit the microsite to find an experience for any type of traveller.
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Ghibli Park image ©2022 Studio Ghibli
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