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.

What was the record number of inbound tourists in Japan before the pandemic?

What is the anticipated impact of reopening borders on travel demand to Japan?