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Welcome to the 23rd Dreaming Edition of the Japan Travel Trade Newsletter!
This month’s newsletter highlights include the chance to win return flights for two to Japan, a new e-learning campaign where you can win a year’s supply of Japanese sweets and loads of inspiration for all types of travellers, from families to art-lovers and more. Read on to see what else we’ve collated for you this month.
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Insider Tip
#26: Onsen etiquette
Japan's volcanic terrain means there's no shortage of natural hot springs, called
onsen in Japanese. Onsen are not only great for relaxation, but claim to provide other health benefits too. Here are some tips for first-timers:
- Onsen are generally gender separated, often with a red curtain for women and blue curtain for men. This can change throughout the day, so be careful!
- When entering the onsen, there will be a change room with baskets shelves or lockers to store your clothes and other items. Undress here and remember: no swimmers and only take a small towel (often but not always provided) with you into the shower/bathing area.
- The first thing you'll see is the shower/bathing area. Sit on a stool and clean yourself from top to toe, ensuring all soap/shampoo has been rinsed off.
- Now head to the baths. If you have long hair, it's better if it's tied up so it doesn't go in the water. Look for the
rotenburo (outdoor bath) as they often have great views (most but not all places have one). It can feel a bit funny going outside completely nude, but it's worth it!
- Keep your small towel to the side, out of the water. You can even place it on your head if you like.
Please note that many onsen do not permit guests with tattoos to use the baths. To get around this, book guests into a ryokan with an in-room bath, rent out a private bath (called
kashikiri), or if the tattoos are small enough, suggest buying skin-coloured patches from local drugstores to conceal them so they can enter the communal baths.
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Training & Trade Resources
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Complete and pass any level (1-3) between 7 Feb and 16 Mar 2022 and answer the additional entry question for your chance to WIN one of three - one year’s supply of Japanese sweets with Sakura.co. There are also 60 individual Sakura.co boxes to win! (T&Cs apply)
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Learn about the natural beauty of Fukuoka Prefecture in the latest lesson. Fukuoka is a dynamic landscape which offers top-notch hiking, cycling and onsen bathing ready for travellers to discover. Complete all three lessons by 28 February to go in the draw to WIN 1 of 4 x $150 gift cards.
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Competitions & Special Events
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Discover why Shikoku was included in this year's 'Top 10 Regions' category by Lonely Planet. Learn about its four prefectures and test your knowledge for your chance to win flights for two to Japan with ANA to experience it for yourself! Entries close 13 March 2022.
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Take a virtual trip to Japan through Japanese film! The Japanese Film Festival Online runs from 14 - 27 February 2022 with 20 films subtitled in English FREE to watch from the comfort of your home.
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Discover Fukuoka and Oita - Travel agent events in Melbourne & Brisbane
Limited places are still available in Melbourne and Brisbane to join an intimate experience of Japanese taste sensations while learning about Fukuoka and Oita Prefectures. Register your interest today!
Melbourne | Tues, 1 Mar (RSVP by 23 Feb)
Brisbane | Mon, 7 Mar (RSVP by 25 Feb)
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Travel Inspiration & Updates
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Japan’s festivals and events in February
Find out what festivals and events are typically held in February. The last month of winter is typically filled with snow and plum blossom festivals, celebrating the peak of the cooler weather and the coming of spring.
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Winner of ‘Out & About with Kids’ Readers' Choice Awards 2021
Japan has been voted the ‘best destination for immersing in culture’ once again by 'Out & About with Kids' readers. Take a look at our family attractions page and blog on planning the perfect family holiday in Japan for some family holiday inspiration.
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A new train featuring the loveable Pokémon Oshawott debuted on 17 January 2022 in Mie Prefecture. It runs along the coast of Mie between the cities of Shima and Matsusaka.
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Go behind the scenes of an award-winning ryokan to discover why it’s one of the most respected and loved establishments in Japan. Plus, how to make the most out of a ryokan stay, as well as tips on onsen etiquette.
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Ikebana, or Japanese flower arrangement is an elegant art dating all the way back to the 15th century. Check out part two of our Masters Series to learn about the origins, philosophy and purpose behind this traditional art form.
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From world-class sculptures in an open-air museum to a garden that is considered a ‘living Japanese painting’, creativity is waiting to be discovered all around the country. Here are 5 ideas for art-loving clients.
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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. See the top 100 in the brochure, or visit the microsite for even more inspiration. |
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