Not Tukey, Azerbaijaan, Dubai, Thailand, London, Switzerland, THIS place is new favorite of Indians, 233,000 Indians spent Rs 33100000000 in one year, the name is…
New Delhi: Countries like the UK, UAE, Thailand, and Switzerland have traditionally been the top choices for Indian tourists when it comes to international travel. However, there has been a change in the trend in the past few years. According to the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) Delhi office, there has been a significant rise in the number of Indians traveling to Japan. Both tourist arrivals and spending have increased considerably. The data further reveals that 233,000 Indians visited Japan last year.
They contributed approximately 56.1 billion yen (around ₹3,310 crore) to Japan's economy. The Japan Tourism Agency reported that each Indian tourist spent an average of 241,590 yen (about ₹1.45 lakh) per trip — a 53.6% increase compared to 2019.
The average duration of stay also rose to 16.3 nights, indicating that travelers are now seeking a deeper experience of Japan. Here are some of the interesting facts: Most Indian tourists prefer to travel alone in Japan.
Around 86.9 percent of Indians wanted to explore without a guide.
Nearly 65% were visiting Japan for the first time. Most of them visited popular cities like Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and Hiroshima — a route commonly known as the 'Golden Route.'
The JNTO (Japan National Tourism Organization) Delhi office is now promoting lesser-known destinations.
JNTO tourists to explore different parts of Japan and experience the country's diversity beyond just the big cities.
Between January and March, 62,100 Indians visited Japan — a 24.8% increase compared to last year.
February saw a 29% rise in tourist numbers, mainly due to the appeal of Japan's winter scenery, especially the snow in Hokkaido.
In April, 37,300 Indian tourists visited Japan during the cherry blossom season, setting a new record.
The Expo 2025 to be held in Osaka is also attracting people. Especially the India Pavilion, which will showcase elements related to Indian culture, spirituality, and technology.
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