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Happy New Year, and welcome to the first issue of the Japan Travel Trade Newsletter for 2023, the year of the rabbit!
Winter is in full swing in Japan, with powder snow creating magical scenes and perfect skiing conditions at ski resorts across the country. What better way to unwind after a day on the slopes or a day exploring than soaking in a natural hot spring? Discover 7 tattoo-friendly onsen where everyone can enjoy this beloved pastime.
Other highlights this month include our new Tokyo guide, our inaugural Japan Travel Fair event and the chance to win free flights to Japan in our ‘Explore the Outdoors’ competition.
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Japan Roadshow 2023 - Last chance to register!
This is a reminder that the Japan Roadshow event is on next week in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne. To register, or for more information, please visit the Japan Roadshow event page.
Monday, 06 February 2023 @ Sydney
Tuesday, 07 February 2023 @ Brisbane
Wednesday, 08 February 2023 @ Melbourne
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Insider Tip
#6: Attending a sumo tournament
Watching a live sumo tournament is an experience not to be missed! Tournaments are held in Japan six times a year at four different venues (Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya and Fukuoka). Advance tickets are usually sold from 1 month prior – the March tournament in Osaka will go on sale from 5 February 2023. View the grand tournament schedule for the next two years and book tickets for your clients with a credit card from the official site. General admission tickets are usually available on the day of the event.
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Travel Inspiration & Updates
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Read about some outdoor activities you can enjoy in Japan and answer 4 questions for your chance to WIN 2 flights to Japan for two with ANA or a 2-night stay at Hoshino Resorts RISONARE Tomamu in Hokkaido (T&Cs apply). Competition ends 23:59PM (AEDT), Sun 5th Feb 2023.
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Japan’s onsen (natural hot springs) have been part of Japanese culture for thousands of years. A naturally occurring geothermal phenomenon found throughout Japan, onsen are the ultimate bathing experience.
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Introducing our new guide to the buzzing capital of Tokyo, a modern city built on tradition. Explore soaring skyscrapers that sit alongside perfectly preserved shrines and temples, and centuries-old traditions that live on through food and festivals you can experience today.
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Get ready for 2 full days of Japan travel inspiration on 4 - 5 Feb 2023 at Luna Park Sydney. The fair will showcase Japanese tourism bureaus and companies, Australian travel agencies as well as a number of exciting Japanese performances and workshops. Plus, the chance to win a number of exciting prizes!
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Join Ehime Prefecture this February for a free virtual tour of two historical sake breweries. You can also purchase sake from the breweries (at a discount) in advance to enjoy during the event.
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Stay in a traditional thatched house deep in the Kyoto countryside at Miyama. Experience a slower pace of life in a
satoyama community that works alongside nature, and get involved in ecologically conscious activities such as organic farming.
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Discover the hidden gems of the Kanto region on this 6-day model route. Experiences in the Minakami region include hiking in Oze National Park, cycling, sake tasting, glamping and rafting. In Nikko, discover traditional shrines and the famous Irohazaka winding road.
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Advise your clients to complete the forms on ‘Visit Japan Web’ prior to departure to streamline their entry into Japan. There are 3 forms: quarantine (upload a valid vaccine certificate or negative PCR test result), immigration (digital equivalent of a disembarkation card) and customs.
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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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Open 24hrs, 365 days a year.
Call for tourist information, if you need assistance in case of emergencies (accidents or sickness) or for support during natural disasters.
Ph: +81 (0)50-3816-2787
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Designed to make your trip to Japan smooth, safe and comfortable.
Features:
- Tourist information articles
- Restaurant listings
- Public transport guidance
- List of hospitals with foreign language services
- Natural disasters alerts
- Find duty-free shops, luggage-forwarding spots and ATMs
- Search for Wi-Fi access points and Tourist Information Centers offline
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Japan National Tourism Organization
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Sydney NSW 2000 Australia
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