Japan's travel industry sees continued boom to Asian destinations

Lower costs and shorter flights entice customers to nearby travel

According to JTB Tourism Research & Consulting, 242,953 Japanese citizens flocked to South Korea in July, up 14.9% from the previous year, and 75,650 visited Thailand, up 14.3%. (Photo by Suzu Takahashi)

CHIHIRO ISHIKAWA, Nikkei staff writer

October 14, 2024 08:00 JST

TOKYO -- Japanese travel agencies expect Asia-bound travel to grow further after many flocked to the region during the summer season, as the yen -- despite a recent strengthening -- remains historically weak and is pushing up prices for trips to the U.S. and Europe.