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Japan Sees 10.4% Rise in Tourist Arrivals Despite China Rift

12/18/2025

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In November 2025, Japan's tourist arrivals rose 10.4% to 3.52 million despite a rift with China.
The Japan National Tourism Organization reported total arrivals for 2025 surpassed 39 million, exceeding 2024 record of 36.87 million.
The slowdown from mainland China to 3% in November followed China’s travel warning after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comments on Taiwan.
Chinese tourists remained the largest group, comprising nearly 25% of total arrivals.

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Story summary

In November 2025, Japan's tourist arrivals rose 10.4% to 3.52 million despite a rift with China.
The Japan National Tourism Organization reported total arrivals for 2025 surpassed 39 million, exceeding 2024 record of 36.87 million.
The slowdown from mainland China to 3% in November followed China’s travel warning after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comments on Taiwan.
Chinese tourists remained the largest group, comprising nearly 25% of total arrivals.