Japan Reopens Borders, Betting on Tourism Recovery Boom

Japan has reopened its borders to tourists from 68 countries without requiring visas, aiming to capitalize on a favorable yen exchange rate and low inflation. The Japanese authorities expect tourist spending to exceed pre-pandemic levels, particularly the record numbers seen in 2019. After nearly three years of closed borders, Japan is eager to see if the pent-up travel demand will provide a significant economic boost.

Which country has recently reopened its borders to tourists from 68 nations without visas?

• Thailand

• China

• South Korea

• Japan

What economic factor is Japan hoping to leverage to boost tourism?

• High interest rates

• Low inflation

• Strong yen

• High inflation

What is the current exchange rate of the yen to the dollar mentioned in the video?

• 1:160

• 1:120

• 1:100

• 1:145

What year did Japan experience a record number of inbound tourists before the pandemic?

• 2021

• 2020

• 2019

• 2018

How long were Japan's borders closed due to the pandemic?

• Four years

• Nearly three years

• Two years

• One year