Takaichi’s Remarks Shake Japan’s Tourism as Chinese Mainland Visitors Cancel Trips
Takaichi’s remarks trigger flight and tour cancellations among visitors from the Chinese mainland, who make up 20% of Japan’s inbound tourism spending.
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