The Telegraph has published an article analyzing the characteristics of Japanese tourists. They are polite, well-dressed and always on time. That is just a small part of the personality of Japanese tourists mentioned by writer Danielle Demetriou in the article "The truth about Japanese tourists, who are always perfectly behaved" on Telegraph. In this article, he analyzes the factors that help attract Japanese tourists.
Japanese people choose romantic places
The general trend of Japanese tourists is to like destinations with romantic elements. Potential locations include the island paradise of Hawaii (USA), Barcelona (Spain) with its unique architecture or Paris (France) for those who are passionate about poetry, fashion and cuisine.
However, Paris is also a place that brings many disappointments to Japanese people. The term "Paris syndrome" refers to the disappointment when Paris is not as romantic as imagined. This is proven to affect most Japanese tourists.
Japanese people often choose romantic places near nature.
Traditionally, Japanese people have preferred to travel in large groups. Recently, the trend of traveling alone has also increased as more and more Japanese people prefer independence. They travel in smaller groups or alone. Regardless of the form of travel, this group of tourists usually exudes politeness, dresses well and is punctual.
One of the major problems in attracting Japanese tourists to countries is the pandemic. Currently, the pandemic is basically under control, but the number of Japanese tourists willing to travel is not high. In 2019, 20 million Japanese traveled abroad - a record number. However, this number has decreased sharply due to the pandemic.
Due to the fact that overseas travel is not allowed during the lockdown, the Japanese government has prioritized promoting domestic tourism. Traditional destinations such as Kyoto are the most popular among the Japanese people. In addition, they also focus on natural elements through forest bathing, hiking, cherry blossom viewing, etc.
How Japanese tourists behave
"Flawless," commented the Telegraph writer.
The Japanese are polite. They line up neatly and orderly and know how to tip their waiters correctly. They are always punctual and do not intentionally break the rules. For example, if photography is prohibited in a gallery, they will not try to sneak a photo. Basically, they travel according to the instructions in the guidebook or tour leader. The Japanese consciously carry their trash with them and bow respectfully as a matter of instinct.
Japanese people are always polite and punctual.
Japanese tourists like to look for famous places in their destination. They also spend time researching carefully before their trip. Destinations that may attract Japanese tourists include the oldest historical site, the newest art gallery, the highest mountain, the most fashionable afternoon tea or the longest running play.
The beach is not a factor that attracts Japanese tourists. However, if they appear at the beach, they tend to cover up from head to toe to protect against ultraviolet rays. When it comes to shopping, Japanese people are not only interested in famous brands. They are willing to buy many omiyage (souvenirs) to give to family, colleagues, friends, neighbors...
Japanese tourist clothing
Japanese people have a habit of carrying cameras.
Japanese tourists are among the best dressed in the world. They often carry a high-end camera instead of a smartphone or selfie stick. They also like to wear white masks, even before the Covid-19 pandemic.
According to the Telegraph, Japanese tourists are easily attracted by the most famous local dishes. They like to experience new things. When traveling, Japanese people often drink less alcohol (perhaps to avoid the drunken image in the middle of the street, a common sight in Tokyo every Friday night).
