The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka has opened this week on the island of Kyushu in Southern Japan. Rising above Fukuoka, the luxury hotel is situated within the 111-metre tall main tower of Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City, the tallest urban lifestyle complex in the city’s core commercial district.

In an event hosted on 11 July 2023, Yoshiharu Hoshino, the CEO of Hoshino Resorts, spoke to media about the ways in which he and his business survived the pandemic, and how they plan to lure visitors back today and in the future.

Abercrombie & Kent has added a second departure to its guest-favourite cruise, Wonders of Japan, offering a new autumn season alternative to its cherry blossom voyage in March.

APT has released its Japan and South Korea program for 2024, offering a collection of five diverse tours across the region focused on locally inspired cuisine, culture, and history. Signature Experiences include a visit to Naoshima Island, where guests will discover galleries, museums, and art installations on Japan’s one-of-a-kind Art Island. Another unique experience in Japan is a special night of entertainment with a private dinner and drinks hosted by a maiko or geisha in Kyoto.

MSC Cruises is celebrating its 15-year anniversary of operating in Japan by opening sales for its first-ever winter season in the country.

Bulgari Hotels & Resorts – part of the LVMH Group empire – has welcomed the newest luxury hotel to its collection, the Bulgari Hotel Tokyo.

Seabourn has confirmed the sale of Seabourn Odyssey to Japanese shipping company, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. The luxury cruise line will continue to operate all published voyages of Seabourn Odyssey through 22 August 2024 under a charter arrangement, after which time the vessel will be delivered to MOL.

Increased air capacity, a slew of new luxury hotel openings, new dining venues, tours and exhibitions, plus a favourable exchange rate: It’s never been a better time to visit the Land of the Rising Sun, says the Japan National Tourist Organisation.

Acclaimed art collective teamLab has always been an exciting activity for those wanting an other-worldly experience. Thanks to recent additions and developments, teamLab Planets TOKYO has become a must-visit for any visitor. teamLab makes use of cutting-edge technology, including projection and motion capture. These days, their immersive, genre-bending galleries are among some of the city’s most popular tourist attractions.

Aman’s sister brand, Janu, is set to open its first hotel, Janu Tokyo, during the northern hemisphere autumn. The new brand promises to deliver an elevated guest experience akin to Aman, “while providing a spirited social scene in contrast to Aman’s whisper quiet seclusion”.

Eating and drinking is an art form in Japan and nowhere offers a better selection of exciting culinary experiences than Tokyo’s bars and restaurants. From award-winning restaurants, and authentic local eateries to trendy rooftop bars, the city where old meets new has visitors well covered.

Imagine yourself checking-in to the luxurious 5-star Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo, gazing out over the lush Japanese gardens, your tranquil home and base from which to explore the big city. Complete all the modules in Section 3 of the Tokyo Tourism Expert program before 14 February 2023 and this could be you.