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Incheon International Airport, the main gateway to Seoul, topped global rankings for international passenger traffic in the first half of the year with over 38 million travelers. It beat Dubai International Airport and marked its first number-one finish in the metric since 2001.
A year after saying goodbye to its beloved giant pandas, the town of Shirahama in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, is working to rebuild its local tourism industry. Plans include leveraging natural landscapes, beaches, and cultural festivals.
A daily newspaper in Iwate Prefecture, Japan, has launched its first set of travel-themed collector cards to showcase local attractions and encourage repeat visits from domestic and international tourists. The cards feature iconic landmarks like mountains, temples, and festivals, aiming to create a novel experience where collecting and learning about destinations inspires return trips. This creative initiative supports Iwate's broader strategy to revive tourism post-pandemic.
