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J A P A N
Travel Trade News
June 2025 |
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【Trainline】Discover Japan with Rail Passes on Trainline |
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Tell every traveller: the Trainline app they already know and love for UK and European travel now features all national and regional rail passes in Japan! For high-speed exploring, an official Japan Rail Pass is a flexible and affordable way to tick off all the major highlights when travelling the whole country. And for those who’d rather venture off the beaten track, regional passes will get them everywhere in between for full cultural immersion. There are a lot of rail passes to choose from, but they make purchasing the right one easy with all the info about Japanese rail on our website – from navigating stations and making seat reservations to riding the Shinkansen bullet trains. They also have Green Car tickets available, Japan Railways’ version of a first-class ticket. So, no matter their travel style, they have them covered. Direct all your Japan-dreaming clients to Trainline to get their great journey started.
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【Mt. Fuji】Safety Guide to Climbing Mt. Fuji |
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The 2025 climbing season is scheduled to start in early July and end in early September. The Ministry of the Environment, in collaboration with Yamanashi and Shizuoka Prefectures, has made significant changes to the rules for climbing Mt. Fuji in 2025, out of concern for the safety of climbers. Safety measures will be published on the website, so please read them carefully and plan accordingly. Read more. |
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【Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto 】A Serene Sanctuary Rooted in Kyoto’s Cultural Heritage |
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Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto offers a refined sanctuary where Kyoto’s timeless heritage and natural beauty converge.Set on a serene hillside in the Higashiyama district and surrounded by a lush bamboo forest, the resort features 52 thoughtfully designed rooms and suites—some with private natural onsen—that blend Japanese aesthetics with modern comfort and offer sweeping views of the city or tranquil gardens. Guests can unwind at the Banyan Tree Spa, where hot spring rituals are combined with healing practices inspired by Japanese tradition. Seasonal flavours are celebrated at RYOZEN, the signature restaurant rooted in local traditions, while BAR RYOZEN provides an intimate setting to discover artisanal sake and Japanese whisky. The Bamboo Pavilion hosts immersive encounters with local culture and craftsmanship. With its understated elegance and deep connection to its surroundings, the resort invites guests to experience Kyoto in its most authentic form. See the latest fact sheets here. For inquiries, please contact Sophal. |
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【Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture 】Spectacular Jodogahama Beach |
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Located in the centre of Sanriku Fukko National Park and Sanriku Geopark, Jodogahama is one of the most famous scenic spots in Iwate Prefecture.
The beautiful contrast of the sharp white drift rocks, the green of the pine trees, and the deep blue of the sea is truly a breathtaking sight! The name “Jodogahama” originates from a monk who visited the beach in 1681 and marvelled that it resembled the Pure Land of Paradise. To fully appreciate the charm of Jodogahama, we recommend taking a cruise on the Miyako Umineko Maru, a sightseeing boat. The panoramic view of Jodogahama from the sea is breathtaking. Read more. |
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【JNTO】Family Fun: Things to do as a Family in Japan
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Japan is a top destination for solo travellers and groups alike, and that means family too! Whether it is your first time in Japan or you’ve made the trip over multiple times before, there are always new things to discover and experience, and sharing them with family can be especially memorable. Let’s take a look at a few family activities that Japan has to offer. Read more. |
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【JNTO】Festival magic at the peak of summer
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August offers similar summer fare to July with beach trips, highland excursions and water sports all popular pastimes. The difference is the increased heat and the colourful backdrop of summer festivals and firework displays—not uncommon in July, just much more pronounced in August. Some of the biggest and best festivals include Tokushima's Awa Odori and Aomori's approximately week-long Nebuta Matsuri . Both feature dancing and night illumination in the form of bright floats, fireworks and lanterns—common motifs in August celebrations. Read more.
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【Japan-san 】Responsible Travel Webinar on 25 June |
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Japan-san’s “Travel Enlightened” webinar brings together the two concepts of culture & sustainability to showcase experiences, accommodation and activities tailor-made for cultural travellers. Join us for a snappy online session to see our latest initiatives for 2025. Special guests include Jesse Efron with the latest accommodation options from Kyoto by the Sea. We’ll also be broadcasting live from a Machiya village, 2 hours North of central Tokyo, to meet the locals & showcase our most innovative community tourism initiative to date. Japan-san is a tourism development and promotion company, working with Japanese destinations on developing sustainable travel products exclusively for the travel trade.
Date & Time: Wed 25 June, 9:30-10:00 BST
Register here.
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The Expo is on in Osaka until 13th October 2025. The total number of visitors from the opening on 13 April to 31 May 2025 was 5,803,520. The site is accessible by direct train from JR Shin-Osaka Station on the Shinkansen line. For information on tickets and pavilions, check the official website.
For full package group tour arrangements for 15 or more people, including EXPO tickets, hotel, English-speaking guide and transportation, please contact DMC Japan by Knt (Kinki Nippon Tourist) or Hankyu Travel International Europe UK. |
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