😬 Major ripple alert in the travel world! Since November 15, authorities in the Chinese mainland issued a travel warning for Japan, and the results are massive cancellations across the board.
Data scoop:
- 540,000+ tickets to Japan canceled so far
- Cancellations jumped from 10% on Nov 17 to about 70% on Nov 18 (Xinhua)
- Group tours for November & December mostly axed
- Study trips, business delegations for December also on hold
Local agencies in Tokyo are feeling the freeze. Once-packed hotspots like Shibuya and Dotonbori are seeing quieter streets as bookings dry up. Hotel chains report empty rooms that were once snapped up by autumn-leaf chasers 🍂.
For young travelers in Jakarta, Mumbai, and beyond, this is a reminder to keep an eye on travel advisories and opt for flexible tickets. If Japan’s high-tech sushi bars and neon-lit streets were on your winter bucket list, check your booking policies and stay tuned for updates.
Whatever your travel plans, this sudden shift shows how politics can send shockwaves through the tourism scene in a flash. We’ll keep you posted on what comes next!
Got thoughts or tips for fellow explorers? Drop a comment below! 🌏✈️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
