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Welcome to the October 2023 Edition of the Japan Travel Trade Newsletter!
This month, Japan enters the middle of the autumn season and some of Japan's most comfortable and enjoyable weather. Enjoy strolls across Japan in pleasant weather surrounded by nationwide displays of koyo, or autumn leaves.
While the south of Japan such as Kyushu can be quite warm still in October, the Tohoku Region can become quite chilly, so ensure to research your trip and pack your wardrobe accordingly to the locations on your itinerary.
Read on for this month's news, including the 2023 autumn leaves forecast; a guide to Japan in October; and more!
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Win a Trip To Japan With ANA
ANA (All Nippon Airways, “Nippon” being Japan in Japanese) is resuming direct flights to Tokyo (Narita) from Perth from 29 October (three round-trips per week), closing the distance between Australia and Japan. With domestic flights from Tokyo and connections across the country, travellers can travel across Japan with ease!
With three (3) lucky winners being selected, now’s your chance to win tickets, including domestic ANA tickets as well!
Entries close 23:59 (AWST), Sunday 3 December 2023.
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Insider Tip
#19: Omiyage (souvenirs)
When visiting a (potential or preexisting) business partner, in addition to your business cards it is always a good idea to bring along some omiyage, or souvenirs. The best omiyage are edible specialties of your region, ideally neatly packaged in individually-wrapped servings.
It is also Japanese custom to bring omiyage back from a trip, not only for friends and family, but for your colleagues - especially any who have been inconvenienced by your absence.
Many people prefer to buy these as the last thing they do on their trip (both so they don't have to cart them around on their travels, and so they have the least chance of crumbling up in their luggage), which is why you so often find neatly packaged goodies (especially sweets) in not just tourist attractions but major train stations and airports.
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Travel Inspiration & Updates
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Alongside cherry blossoms in spring, autumn is another season in Japan, where nationwide trees make a dramatic and beautiful shift, displaying beautiful hues of red, orange and yellow. Follow this forecast to keep updated and know the right times and places to see koyo, or autumn leaves.
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Fancy a look into one of Japan's leading beer brewers? Kirin brewery features an interactive tour offering a range of exclusive factory tour goods and an in-depth insight into the beer making process. At the end of the tour, you can enjoy a tasting of the Kirin Ichiban Shibori draft beer. |
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October offers some of Japan's most comfortable weather. It is a autumnal season of harvest and harvest festivals, outdoor excursions, hikes, art and culture. The Takayama Autumn Festival celebrates the years harvest and displays colourful festive floats.
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Cosmos Hotel Management Co,. Ltd. has announced the re-opening of MIMARU Kyoto Kawaramachi Gojo. Guests can choose from ten different types of rooms, including a Pokémon themed room!
(C) Pokemon. (C) Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc.
TM, (R), and character names are trademarks of Nintendo.
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With Japan's total land area being mountainous, it is the paradise for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
From ranges just a few hundred meters above sea-level, to sky high peaks, there is something for travellers of all levels of fitness and expertise.
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At the Takachiho Shrine in Miyazaki Prefecture, the ancient Shinto practise of masked and costumed performers re-enacting scenes from Japanese mythology has been passed down for over 800 years. Support and learn about ancient Japanese tradition and preserve local culture for generations to come.
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Tokyo Tourism has updated its agent training program for Australia.
Agents who complete the training by February 15, 2024 will go into the running for a range of prices including a trip to Tokyo with ANA and 4 nights accommodation at MIMARU SUITES.
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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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Advise your clients to complete the forms on ‘Visit Japan Web’ prior to departure to streamline their entry into Japan. There are 2 forms: immigration (the digital equivalent of a disembarkation card) and customs.
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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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Nebuta Festival image: Unsplash |
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