Japan-China Tensions Hit Tourism as Flight Cancellations Surge
Japan’s tourism sector faces strain as China issues travel warnings amid diplomatic tensions, leading to mass flight cancellations and cruise route changes.
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Japan’s tourism sector faces strain as China issues travel warnings amid diplomatic tensions, leading to mass flight cancellations and cruise route changes.
Nikkei Asia reports growing flight cancellations from China to Japan amid political tensions over Taiwan, raising concerns for Japan’s tourism sector.
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