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South Korea welcomed over 2 million foreign medical tourists in 2025, surpassing official targets, according to a joint report by the Ministry of Health and Welfare and KHIDI. The growth was led by Japanese, American, and Chinese visitors, with emerging markets also showing double-digit increases.
Universal Studios Japan is considering an expansion in Osaka as inbound tourism to Japan surges. The move aims to capitalize on record international visitor numbers and rising demand. Details on the expansion's scale and timing remain undisclosed.
Japan hosted a record 3.44 million international visitors in July 2026, up 0.1% year-on-year. Strong demand from key Asian markets and a weaker yen drove the second consecutive month above 3 million arrivals, though officials face growing concerns about overtourism at iconic sites.
Japan’s government has approved its fifth basic tourism plan, aiming for 60 million international visitors by 2030, up about 40% from the 2025 goal. Experts warn the target will be hard to hit without drawing more tourists to rural areas. Efforts must focus on regional promotion, better transport, and local cultural experiences.
Iran's tourism minister forecasts a strong rebound for the sector after the conflict ends, presenting opportunities for economic recovery and a surge in international visitors. He highlighted security stabilization and infrastructure upgrades as crucial steps to attract foreign tourists.
