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A beloved Tokyo neighborhood is using pink screens to keep millions of cherry blossom viewers safe without shutting down the experience entirely. The solution shows how communities can adapt to popularity while protecting what made them special.
Starting April 24, a new luxury tourist train will whisk travelers from Osaka to the sacred Buddhist temples and ancient pilgrimage trails of UNESCO-listed Mount Kōya in just 90 minutes. The GRAN Tenku offers panoramic views and seasonal cuisine along the journey to one of Japan's most spiritually significant destinations.
A record number of Mexican tourists discovered Japan in 2025, with over 200,000 visitors drawn by cultural experiences and better flight connections. The 32% surge marks the strongest year yet for Mexico-Japan travel.
Travelers could save up to 20% on cherry blossom trips to Japan this spring as reduced Chinese tourism drives down prices for flights and hotels. The combination of fewer visitors and a weak yen makes 2026 one of the most affordable years to witness the famous sakura.