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Japan sees record 3.43 million July foreign visitors
Aug. 20 (UPI) -- Japan recorded 3.43 million foreign visitors in July a record high for the month, the Japan National Tourism Organization said Wednesday. The total was 4% higher than the previous July's record of 3.29 million set last year, with younger travelers on school trips driving the increase. China had the largest number of visitors to Japan at 974,500, up 25.5%, South Korea at 678,600, down 10.4%, Taiwan at 604, 200 up 5.7% and the United States up 10.3% with 277,100 visitors. Taiwanese visitors rose to an all-time high due to new flight routes and increased flights to Japan. Travels from Hong Kong and South Korea showed a decrease because of a social media rumor that Japan would suffer from a devastating natural disaster in July. The Japanese organization said it will closely analyze market trends to pursue the promotion of strategic inbound tourism. The government aims to boost travel spending per person to $1,355 and raise the average overnight stay in regional areas to two nights, in its three year fiscal 2025 plan. Copyright 2025 UPI News Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
UPI
13 hours ago
- UPI
Japan sees record 3.43 million July foreign visitors
Japan' s tourism recorded 3.43 million visitors in July, up by 4.4 percent, a record high for the month, the Japan National Tourism Organization said Wednesday. File Photo by Keizo Mori/UPI | License Photo Aug. 20 (UPI) -- Japan recorded 3.43 million foreign visitors in July a record high for the month, the Japan National Tourism Organization said Wednesday. The total was 4% higher than the previous July's record of 3.29 million set last year, with younger travelers on school trips driving the increase. China had the largest number of visitors to Japan at 974,500, up 25.5%, South Korea at 678,600, down 10.4%, Taiwan at 604, 200 up 5.7% and the United States up 10.3% with 277,100 visitors. Taiwanese visitors rose to an all-time high due to new flight routes and increased flights to Japan. Travels from Hong Kong and South Korea showed a decrease because of a social media rumor that Japan would suffer from a devastating natural disaster in July. The Japanese organization said it will closely analyze market trends to pursue the promotion of strategic inbound tourism. The government aims to boost travel spending per person to $1,355 and raise the average overnight stay in regional areas to two nights, in its three year fiscal 2025 plan.
Business Upturn
17 hours ago
- Business Upturn
Tourism Australia Launches New Come and Say G'day Campaign Targeting Indian Travellers, Starring Sara Tendulkar
Tourism Australia launches the next chapter of its Come and say G'day campaign in India, featuring Sara Tendulkar alongside mascot Ruby the Souvenir Kangaroo. Tailored for Indian audiences, the multi-channel campaign highlights Australia's cities, beaches, wildlife, and experiences. India is now Australia's fifth-largest inbound market, with over 450,000 visitors in the past year and AUD $2.7 billion in spending, up 14% from 2024. Business Wire India Tourism Australia is embarking on the next stage of its globally successful Come and say G'day campaign with the second chapter of the highly effective platform launching in India today, 20 August 2025. Animated Brand Ambassador Ruby the Souvenir Kangaroo is back, and joi ning her this time is local entrepreneur and philanthropist Sara Tendulkar in Tourism Australia's locally nuanced campaign created for Indian audiences. Mr. Nishant Kashikar, Country Manager – India & Gulf, Tourism Australia , said while traditionally Tourism Australia campaigns have featured one famous face across their global marketing initiatives, the new campaign brings to life the lasting memories of an Australian holiday from the perspectives of visitors from India, including Sara Tendulkar. 'Our new campaign extends a bespoke invitation to Indian travellers to visit Australia and experience a holiday that lasts a lifetime. The campaign creative has been tailored for cultural nuances and showcases the sort of tourism experiences Indian travellers are looking for. We couldn't be more excited to work with Sara Tendulkar on our new campaign – her connection with Australia made her the perfect fit. We're equally excited to officially welcome her into our Friend of Australia advocacy program, ' said Mr. Nishant Kashikar. Ms. Sara Tendulkar said, ' There is something about Australia that keeps calling me back. I have always felt so welcomed. I am touched and excited to be able to share a slice of the unforgettable memories I have made Down Under in Tourism Australia's Come and say G'day campaign. From the bustling cities to the relaxing beaches and curious wildlife, I know that travellers in India will be captivated by the diversity and warmth Australia has to offer. Whether it's going surfing, snorkelling, eating amazing food, or the coffee culture, the memories I have made on a holiday in Australia are the souvenirs I take back home with me.' The next chapter of Come and say G'day builds on Tourism Australia's global campaign, which has been in market since October 2022. ' Since our last major ca mpaign in the mark et, we have seen India climb to become Australia's fifth-largest inbound tourism market for arrivals, with Australia welcoming over 450,000 Indian visitors in the 12 months to June 2025 [1] , up 8 per cent year on year. Indian visitor expenditure for the 12 months to March 2025 was AUD $2.7 billion [2] – a jump of 14 per cent compa red to 2024," said Mr. Nishant Kashikar. Tourism Australia Chief Marketing Officer, Susan Coghill , said: " Ruby the Souvenir Kangaroo has become our global campaign star, but we needed something more to really connect with travelers in India. That's where brilliant local talent like Sara Tendulkar plays a crucial role. She connects with Australia in a way that resonates authentically with Indian travelers because she's experienced it herself and has wonderful memories to share.' "This approach is new for us – instead of one global talent, we're working with people who genuinely love Australia and can share that passion in ways that feel real to audiences. Sara's connection to Australia isn't manufactured for a campaign, it's genuine, and that makes all the difference when you're trying to inspire people to take that leap and book a trip,' said Ms Coghill. The multi-channel campaign, developed with agency Droga5 ANZ, will be rolled out in India via connected television, high-impact out-of-home, social and digital advertising platforms. The Australian tourism industry has been growing since the return of global travel in 2022, and according to Tourism Research Australia, the number of international arrivals is expected to reach a record 10 million in 2026 and grow to 11.8 million in 2029. You can see the new Come and say G'day campaign creative for the Indian audiences HERE [1] Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Overseas Arrivals and Departures, Australia, May 2025 [2] Source: International Visitor Survey, Expenditure, Tourism Research Australia, March 2025 Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire India. Business Upturn take no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
