TOKYO – Japan’s reopening of its borders to international tourism has attracted an increasing number of visitors from the Philippines, according to a preliminary report by the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) on April 19.

Nestled in the heart of Japan’s Honshu Island, the Hokuriku region is a hidden gem that boasts a unique blend of natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and mouthwatering cuisine. It includes the three prefectures of Fukui, Ishikawa, and Toyama, each offers a distinct experience to visitors.

TOKYO – There were an estimated 33,900 tourist arrivals from the Philippines last February, reaching 96.4% of the level recorded for the same month four years ago, before the novel coronavirus pandemic.

TOKYO – The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) on Feb. 12 formally introduced the “Bisita, Be My Guest (BBMG)” program to Filipinos in Japan, inviting them to take an active role in the promotion of Philippine tourism.