Over 20 million Japanese departures for the first time from overseas. Achieved one year ahead of schedule. January 17 20:19
Over the past year, the number of Japanese who have traveled overseas for business or travel has exceeded 20 million for the first time. It is a form that achieved the government's goal one year ahead of schedule.
According to a summary by the Japan Tourism Bureau, the number of Japanese nationals leaving the country during the past year increased by 5.9% from the previous year, reaching an estimated 2008 million, a record high for the second consecutive year. .
Behind the increase were the 10 consecutive holidays following the succession of the Imperial throne in the spring and the fact that long-term holidays were easy to take from the end of the year. In addition, LCC = cheap airlines have opened new routes and increased flights.
The government has set a goal not only to increase the number of foreign tourists visiting Japan but also to increase the number of Japanese departures to 20 million by 2020, but this was achieved one year ahead of schedule .
At a press conference, Japan Tourism Agency Secretary Hiroshi Tabata said at a press conference, "The increase in the number of Japanese departures is important for deepening mutual understanding and friendly relations with other countries. I want to work for further expansion. "