Japan shifts off the beaten path

- Travelers are increasingly choosing regional Japan over just Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, favoring slower itineraries. (travelandtourworld.com) - Golden Week bookings are projected at 23.9 million trips, with growing interest in destinations like Shikoku. (travelandtourworld.com) - Shorter stays and regional dispersal are replacing classic itineraries, reshaping how visitors plan Japanese holidays. (travelandtourworld.com)