Japan posts record arrivals, flags readiness

- Reports said Japan posted record tourist arrivals and introduced tighter visitor-management rules since April amid concerns about disaster-readiness for foreign visitors. - One analysis named Kanazawa as a recommended alternative to Kyoto, highlighting direct rail service from Tokyo and lower daily visitor counts and garden access. - The Traveler.org and Japan-Forward pieces appeared May 14 and May 15, reporting figures and policy recommendations. (thetraveler.org)