How many Hong Kong people are willing to return to the countryside? This time, let me speak with numbers. According to data from the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO), in the first five months of this year, the number of Hong Kong tourists traveling to Japan exceeded 1 million (about 1.03 million), which is almost equivalent to one-seventh of Hong Kong's population. Not only did it increase by more than 40% compared with 720,000 in the same period of 2023, it also broke the record of about 910,000 in 2018, setting a historical high for the same period (see figure).
There are many factors behind Hong Kong people's enthusiasm for traveling to Japan. First of all, Japan’s unique culture, food and shopping environment are deeply loved by Hong Kong people. Secondly, with the lifting of travel restrictions after the epidemic, many people can’t wait for revenge travel. Furthermore, changes in exchange rates have also greatly stimulated tourism demand. These data not only show Hong Kong people's preference for traveling to Japan, but also reflect the rapid recovery of the tourism market after the epidemic. As the data shows, the tourism boom continues to grow, and more Hong Kong people may choose Japan as their travel destination in the future.
With so many people traveling to Japan, everyone must need to stay connected, whether it is to check information, use maps for navigation, or keep in touch with family and friends. The Japan Travel Card we provide can meet all your needs. Friends who plan to travel to Japan, remember to buy a phone card in advance, so that you can set off with peace of mind.