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Tokyo Olympics & Paralympics Gets Set to Take Place
The Olympics are scheduled to take place between 23 July and 8 August, while the Paralympics will be held between 24 August and 5 September -
Japan’s Southern Islands Recommended for UNESCO World Heritage Status
A UNESCO advisory panel has recommended the registration of Amami Oshima and other southwestern islands in Japan as natural assets on the UNESCO World Heritage list. -
Learning Resilience from the Locals of Tōhoku
Destination Asia Japan is currently working with Kataribe guides to develop two new products in Tōhoku to share stories and show how locals live in harmony with nature. -
Watch Japan’s Cherry Blossoms Spring to Life with a 360 Virtual Tour
To facilitate virtual hanami, the Japanese weather channel Weather News has released a variety of 360-degree videos for online users to virtually experience the flowers in full bloom. -
Praying for Children’s Happiness on Hinamatsuri
Also known as 'Girls' Day,' Hinamatsuri is a special day for families to celebrate their young daughters, praying for their success and happiness. -
Travelife Partner Sustainability Award Received by Destination Asia Japan
Destination Asia Japan has received the Travelife Partner award and is now one of just four companies in Japan to have reached the Travelife Partner-level status. -
Amami Oshima to be Renominated as Natural Heritage Site Candidate
Following the recent news of UNESCO World Heritage Committee talks to be held in China in 2021, the Japanese island of Amami Oshima is to be renominated as a natural heritage site candidate. -
Destination Japan Introduces New Responsible Products along Kunisaki Peninsula
Situated in northern Oita Prefecture and facing the Seto Inland Sea, the Kunisaki Peninsula is the perfect destination for getting off the beaten track and exploring a sustainable ecosystem maintained from generation to generation. The 135 km Kunisaki-Hanto Minemichi Long Trail has been a sacred path for ascetic monks since the first temple was founded […] -
Destination Asia Japan Recognized with Letter of Appreciation from Kyoto City
Following a contribution personal protective equipment to hospitals, Destination Asia Japan received a letter of appreciation from Kyoto City. -
Japan & Thailand Make List of Sustainable Top 100 Destinations
Six destinations from across Japan and two from Thailand have been included in the sixth edition of the Sustainable Top 100 Destinations list. -
Japan and Singapore Open ‘Green Lane’ for Business Travel
As of 18 September, Japan and Singapore opened a ‘green lane’, allowing short-term business and official travel to resume between the two countries. -
Destination Asia Japan Introduces New Responsible Products in Shizuoka Prefecture
Destination Asia Japan's new tours to Shizuoka offer visitors opportunities for meaningful connections with locals while providing benefits to the local community.