Fairmont Hotels & Resorts’ first property in Japan, Fairmont Tokyo, is set to debut on July 1 2025, with bookings now open for the hotel located in the city’s popular Shibaura district.

Small-ship expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has released an all-new Cherry Blossoms of Japan Cruise due to overwhelming guest interest.

The successful acquisition of Tokyo-based Destination Management Company RL Travel by Tweet World Travel has seen the DMC rebranded as Tweet Japan DMC, strengthening Tweet World Travel’s global presence and enhancing its expertise in the Asian travel market.

Mitsui Ocean Cruises aims to capitalise on soaring interest in travel to Japan with the launch of sales in North America.

A new strategic partnership between Minor Hotels and Tokyo Stock Exchange-listed hospitality operator Royal Holdings will see Minor’s Anantara, Avani and Tivoli brands expand into Japan.

With sales for the 2025 ski season already surging by 30% compared to 2024, Club Med is encouraging Aussies to plan ahead for next year to avoid missing out with the launch of its earlybird sale.

A new dedicated ticketing page on Tokyo’s official tourism website will make it easier for visitors to buy tickets for the city’s most popular event, attractions and experiences.

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts’ first property in Japan has begun accepting reservations for stays from 1 March 2025. On a remote island paradise in Okinawa, Rosewood Miyakojima will offer exceptional luxury amidst untouched nature. The resort has begun accepting reservations, inviting travellers to explore an unseen side of Japan while pioneering a new era of ultra-luxury hospitality on Miyakojima.

An official naming ceremony at the Tokyo International Cruise Terminal has marked the rebirth of Seabourn Odyssey as MITSUI OCEAN FUJI.

Windstar Cruises has opened 2027 bookings for Japan earlier than planned in response to “unprecedented demand” for its 2026 sailings in the country aboard its newest ship Star Seeker.

A flurry of high-end hotel openings in Tokyo is strengthening the city’s position as a luxury travel destination as Australian tourist numbers to Japan resurge.

Travel advisors are invited to join Alison Roberts-Brown from Tokyo Tourism to explore the latest offerings in Tokyo, with webinars later this week.