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Welcome to the October 2022 Edition of the Japan Travel Trade Newsletter!
This month, Japan began welcoming back FIT travellers. As we mentioned last month, Australia and New Zealand passport holders (as well as those from 66 other countries) no longer need to apply for a visa in advance of travel to Japan for leisure purposes, as the visa waiver programme has been reinstated.
At this stage, travellers are still required to either be triple vaccinated or have a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours before departure.
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Thank you for your votes in the National Travel Industry Awards 2022! JNTO was thrilled to be a finalist in the category of Most Popular Tourism Office. Congratulations to all of the finalists and particular congratulations to all of the winners.
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Insider Tip
#27: IC cards aren't just for public transport
Last month we talked about using an IC card such as Suica or PASMO for trains and buses within a city, but did you know that you can also use them to make purchases?
In addition to using them for local public transport (reminder: often with a discount compared to buying a one-way ticket), you can use an IC card to purchase drinks from vending machines, snacks from station kiosks, and even light meals from some cafes and restaurants. It essentially serves as a prepaid card. Some convenience stores also offer a discount if you use your IC card to pay!
So instead of refunding the balance of your card and returning it at the airport station, why not keep the card as a souvenir and use up your funds on snacks for the plane?
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Save the date - Wed 30th Nov in Sydney
JNTO will be teaming up with Silversea Cruises to bring Sydney-based travel agents an evening of Japanese entertainment, education about the destination and information on Silversea's luxury cruises in Japan. Stay tuned for more details but for now pencil Wednesday, 30 November into your diary!
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Autumn colours, known as koyo, can be seen from late September through to early December, depending on the location. Here are 9 locations to add to your 'momiji-gari' (maple leaf hunting) list!
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The 26th Japanese Film Festival (JFF) is coming to 5 cities across Australia! From classics to new releases, anime to thrillers, there are films for all tastes that allow you to explore the country through the silver screen.
© 2022 "Dreaming of the Meridian Arc"
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Sustainable Travel Experiences spotlight: #8 Cycle tours in the idyllic town of Hida
The residents of the village of Hida in Gifu Prefecture have practiced Satoyama (mountain village) culture, a unique, sustainable way of life that encourages them to live harmoniously with nature, for generations. Learn about these traditions from a local on a cycling tour.
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Many people immediately associate winter in Hokkaido with skiing, but there is much more to do than just this favoured pastime. This model route gives you a taste of Hokkaido's other offerings, such as drift ice walking (or, for the brave, floating in the water) and experiencing the native Ainu culture.
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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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