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Welcome to the June 2022 Edition of the Japan Travel Trade Newsletter!
As you likely know, the resumption of guided package tours to Japan started from 10 June 2022. Please refer to our Travel Trade page for more information on the process, visa application procedures and entry requirements.
Further easing of restrictions is expected to follow, but we do not have a timeline on when. Keep checking on the above page as we will keep you, our valued trade partners, updated of any developments.
This month’s newsletter highlights include a roundup of 6 stunning hikes from across the country, a spotlight on the lesser-known prefecture of Kochi and look at an onsen ryokan in Higashiyama Onsen that offers a quintessential summer dining experience.
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Insider Tip
#29: Tsuyu (rainy season) - pack an umbrella
Japan’s rainy season, known as ‘tsuyu’, lasts for two to six weeks across June and early July (it can be earlier or later, and shorter or longer, depending on the region or the weather patterns that year).
But don’t let the phrase ‘rainy season’ scare you off; attractions tend to be less crowded, and there’s something undeniably peaceful about taking in a temple garden as raindrops create ripples in the pond.
Simply be prepared by carrying a small, foldable umbrella with you in your purse or backpack. You can purchase a cheap one for 500 to 1000 yen (currently about A$5.30 to A$10.65) from a convenience store or supermarket, or why not buy a nicer one, maybe with a traditional Japanese pattern, as a souvenir? Then not only will you be ready for any sudden downpours (that, in all likelihood, will end within an hour) but you’ll have a lovely memento of your time in Japan.
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Travel Inspiration & Updates
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Discover why trekking in Japan has become so popular. Introducing 6 stunning hikes that are suitable for most fitness levels, but might just provide a bit of a challenge for those seeking something different.
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This unique natural phenomenon near the summit of Mt Hachimantai occurs from late spring to early summer. As the frozen pond Kagami-Numa starts to thaw it leaves an island of snow in the middle, resembling a dragon’s eye.
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Adventure awaits in Kochi. Located on Shikoku, the smallest of Japan’s main islands, it boasts the perfect blend of adventure, nature, history and traditional culture. Check out four new model itineraries for this hidden gem.
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When planning a visit to the samurai town of Aizu-Wakamatsu in Fukushima Prefecture, consider an overnight stay at Harataki, a traditional Japanese-style accommodation in Higashiyama Onsen.
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The gentle tinkle of Japanese wind chimes fills the air during summer at Nyoirinji Temple (aka Frog Temple). Visitors can buy their own to write a wish, and wander the temple grounds to see over 10,000 frog statues and figurines.
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Early summer is the peak time to see water lilies blooming at Monet’s Pond in Gifu Prefecture, nicknamed for its resemblance to the artist’s iconic Water Lilies paintings. It’s worth a visit any time of year though, as the scenery changes with the seasons.
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Hydrangeas, known as
ajisai in Japanese, are symbolic of early summer in Japan. In June each year, over 10,000 hydrangeas burst into bloom at this quaint estate in Chiba, brightening up the hillside in a sea of pink, blue and white.
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We’ll be at the ICC Sydney in Darling Harbour on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 July 2022*. If you’re planning to go to SMASH, drop by our booth with The Japan Foundation, Sydney, to pick up some maps and brochures and ask us your Japan travel or language study questions.
*10am–6pm Saturday, 10am-5pm Sunday
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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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