Hong Kong travellers continue to favour Japan despite geopolitical tensions

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Leopold ChenJanuary 29, 2026 at 02:45 PM

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Despite geopolitical tensions between Beijing and Tokyo, Hong Kong travelers are still choosing Japan as a popular holiday destination. This is largely due to unaffected flight routes between Hong Kong and Japan, coupled with the appeal of a weaker yen. While mainland China is the top destination for Hong Kong travel groups overall, Japan remains a strong contender. Beijing recently cautioned its citizens against traveling to Japan, citing concerns over political issues, and some flights between mainland China and Japan have been cancelled. However, Hong Kong tour operators report that flights from Hong Kong to Japan remain unaffected, continuing to attract travelers.

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Hong Kong

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