JNTO has released statistics about foreign visitors to Japan via their website (in Japanese). In July, preliminary estimates exceeded the two million mark for the first time in 2023 at 2,320,600 visitor arrivals, up 12% from June 2023. Meanwhile, JNTO’s preliminary figures for Malaysian visitor arrivals to Japan in July stood at 17,400 1, which is 24.2% lower than July 2019’s recorded arrivals of 22,957. The number of monthly arrivals from Malaysia this year has also been announced.

Di Sidang Kemuncak Global Halal in Travel 2023 yang diadakan di Singapura pada 1hb Jun 2023, Jepun tersenarai di tempat keenam antara 138 negara, mengekalkan kedudukannya dari tahun lepas dalam Indeks Pelancongan Muslim Global (GMTI) 2023.

Japan has many old castles that are still in existence and even functional today, either as a museum, temple or for tourism purposes. In line with the rising global travel trend of staying in castles and temples, Japan has opened up two of its castles to allow overnight stays.

VACATIONS at castles and temples in Japan have grown in popularity and given tourists the chance to spend a night as lords, ladies, or even monks.

There are a few distinctive lodging opportunities in Japan that showcase the country's rich cultural heritage and make for a unique experience.

Whether you’re interested in the country’s feudal past or its spiritual present, castle and temple stays provide a unique and unforgettable way to immerse yourself in Japan’s cultural heritage. With Japan opening its borders to international travellers, many people are excited to visit the Land of the Rising Sun and immerse themselves in its rich history and culture.