Japan welcomed over 28 million international tourists in the first half of 2025, with projections set to cross 40 million by year\u2019s end. Driven by the World Expo, favorable currency rates, and cultural appeal, the tourism boom spans young solo travelers to families. Visitor spending hit $32.2 billion in Q1 alone. As global interest grows, Japan is promoting sustainable tourism and regional exploration to manage its rapid growth responsibly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"