Tokyo: The number of Russians visiting Japan in March increased by 77.7% year-on-year to 18,800, according to statistics from the Japan National Tourism Organization.
According to Lao News Agency, the organization noted that despite the impact of sanctions, the number of tourists reached a record level in one month. This surge was attributed to school holidays that began in late March, an increased demand for cruises, and the diversification of flights, primarily through China.
From January to March, the number of Russians visiting Japan increased by 75.8% year-on-year, reaching a total of 29,400 visitors.
Overall, the total number of foreign citizens visiting Japan in March increased by 13.5%, reaching almost 3.5 million. For the January to March period, the number of foreign guests grew by 23.1% year-on-year, surpassing 10 million for the first time, with a total of 10.54 million visitors.