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Kyoto Hotel Prices Tumble Amidst Shifting Tourism Tides: A Golden Opportunity for Travelers?
A Buyer's Market Emerges in Japan's Ancient Capital The historic streets of Kyoto, usually bustling with international visitors, are at the center of a new travel trend: significant price drops in the hotel sector. A fierce price competi... -
ANA Doubles Down on LCC Strategy at KIX, Shifting Key Domestic Routes to Peach
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is making a significant strategic pivot at Kansai International Airport (KIX), reshaping the future of domestic travel in the region. ANA Holdings has announced its decision to transfer several major domestic rou... -
ANA to Hand Over Key Kansai Domestic Routes to LCC Peach in Major Strategy Shift
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has announced a significant restructuring of its domestic network at Kansai International Airport (KIX), a move that will reshape how many travelers fly to and from the Osaka region. Starting from the summer 2026... -
Kansai’s Luxury Horizon: Global Hotel Giants Bet Big on Osaka and Kyoto’s Future
Confidence in Kansai's Tourism Renaissance Despite the global travel industry's recent turbulence, the Kansai region is proving to be a beacon of confidence for international luxury hotel brands. Major players are moving forward with sig... -
Kansai’s Economic Boom: Why Japan’s Historic Heart is a Rising Star for Travelers
While many know Japan's Kansai region for its ancient temples in Kyoto and vibrant street food in Osaka, a powerful economic surge is reshaping it into one of the country's most dynamic and forward-looking destinations. A recent report f... -
Osaka Considers Accommodation Tax Hike to Tackle Overtourism’s Side Effects
The Osaka Prefectural Government is exploring a significant change to its accommodation tax, aiming to raise the rate and potentially expand its scope to all hotel stays. This move is a direct response to the growing challenges of "overt... -
Osaka and Kansai Face Tourism Turmoil as Chinese Visitor Numbers Plummet
The vibrant tourism landscape of Japan's Kansai region, particularly in Osaka, is navigating turbulent times. A sharp and sudden decline in visitors from mainland China has triggered a wave of flight cancellations to Kansai International... -
ANA to Overhaul Kansai Strategy, Cutting Domestic Flights to Boost LCC Peach
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has unveiled a landmark decision that will reshape air travel in the Kansai region. Starting with the 2026 summer schedule, the airline will suspend all its domestic flights from Kansai International Airport (KIX... -
Starlight Hotels Announces 2029 Osaka Debut, Signaling a New Era for Kansai’s Luxury Travel Market
Osaka's skyline is set to welcome another beacon of luxury. International hotel operator Starlight Hotels & Resorts has officially announced its plan to open a new five-star property in the heart of Osaka in 2029. This strategic move is ... -
Kansai Sets Sights on Post-Expo Growth, Aiming for Top Inbound Spending in Japan
With the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025 on the horizon, tourism bodies across the Kansai region are already looking beyond the global event, laying the groundwork for a new era of growth. The Kansai Tourism Headquarters has unveiled a bold ambit... -
Kansai’s Tourism Sector Braces for Impact as Chinese Visitor Numbers Drop, Leading to Widespread Flight Cancellations
The vibrant tourism landscape of Japan's Kansai region, encompassing Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe, is facing a significant challenge. A sudden and sharp decrease in the number of tourists from mainland China is sending ripples through the indu... -
Kyoto Calling: The Ultimate 48-Hour Escape from Osaka
Living in Osaka is a thrill, a non-stop current of energy, neon, and the most incredible street food you’ll ever taste. It’s a city that grabs you and doesn’t let go. But sometimes, even the most dedicated city slicker needs a change of ...
