TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The number of Indonesian tourists visiting Japan continues to increase year after year. In 2016, the number reached 270,000, increased by 32 percent from the previous year and in 2017, it increased by 30 percent.
Japan's Ambassador to Indonesia, H.E. Masafumi Ishii said towards the end of 2017, the number of Indonesian tourists visiting Japan was more than 300,000.
Here are four reasons why Indonesian people like to travel to Japan.
1. Four-season sensation
The charm of a four-season country always fascinates the people who live in a tropical country like Indonesia. Visiting the four-seasoned country like Japan offer a different holiday sensation. Each season has its own charm; from spring (from March to June), summer (June to August), autumn (September to November), to winter (December to February).
2. Safety
The image of Japan as a safe country also attracts tourists from Indonesia. For those who have been to Japan, you have definitely felt how safe and orderly this country is. Tourists from various countries can walk around in various tourist destinations without afraid of the pickpocket. The Japanese are also very friendly to tourists; they will be happy to help if you ask. Even when you lost or left your belonging, 99 percent you will likely to get it back. The safety of Japan is a very valuable thing to build a positive image of the country.
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3. Transportation System
The sophisticated railway-based transportation system in Japan is said to be the best in the world. It is a very useful means of transportation in the country not only for the locals but also for the tourists. You can almost go anywhere in Japan by train. You might get a little confused the first time you ride on it but you can always check the online apps to help you visit tourist attractions without getting lost.
4. Saved by technology
The low-cost carrier or cheap flights are very helpful for Indonesian tourists who want to go to Japan. During a travel fair, you can get a much cheaper price for the round-trip tickets to Japan; it can be only around Rp3-4 million. Moreover, with various online applications to find cheap accommodation, tourists can save a lot. If you want to travel to Japan, the key is in the planning. You can get cheaper tickets or places to stay by searching it online way before the D-day, so you can say goodbye to the impression that Japan is an overpriced country to travel.
The conveniences provided by the Japanese government in the era of cheap flights and all information can be obtained through mobile phones, not only have brought more and more tourists from Indonesia but they also become more confident. No wonder that nowadays, based on the data of Japan Embassy in Indonesia, the individual tourist or backpacker style is more dominant.
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