Is Japan close to opening? All the details Israel today

Last June, Japan opened its doors to foreigners.

Tourists have to come as part of an organized group and business people can move around the country freely with a special business visa.

Many tourists around the world are waiting for the announcement that will announce the opening of Japan to individual tourists, without an organized trip and without issuing a business visa.

In recent days, news has been published in the local media about the intention to announce the opening of Japan to individual tourists as early as this month.

Tourism officials who are close to the issue are telling Israel today that according to the updates they are receiving, the estimates are that such an announcement is expected to be made in the coming month.

Despite all the optimism, over the past year there have been quite a few happy reports about the expected opening of Japan to individual tourists, but so far, this has not happened.

There is no obligation to wear a mask in the open air.

Japan, photo: Shimon Yaish

According to the reports, the few tourists who will be allowed to enter the country will only be those who have been vaccinated with at least three doses and they too, similar to what happens in Vietnam, will have to purchase the entire trip, including hotels, from an authorized agency.

It is important to emphasize that these are reports and estimates and currently there is no official announcement yet.

Many tourists from all over the world are waiting for the official update that will allow them to enter one of the most intriguing countries in the world.

Last week it was decided to cancel the corona test from the beginning of September for tourists who come in groups and have been vaccinated with at least three doses.

The number of foreign tourists who entered Japan in the three months since it was opened to foreign tourists who arrive in organized groups is very low and does not meet the expectations of the local government.

Now, as mentioned, they are trying to find solutions that will allow more tourists to enter the country, with the aim of helping the local tourism industry recover.

About two months ago, the World Economic Forum published the list of the best tourist destinations in the world.

First place was won by Japan, which is considered a country that combines an intriguing culture, alongside the best cuisine in the world, with the most Michelin restaurants in the world, spectacular nature, different travel styles and what not many know - very affordable prices.

Japan, which used to be considered a very expensive country, is now considered a relatively cheap country, especially in everything related to the prices of hotels as of today, food, transportation, and in many cases you will find quite a few bargains in shopping as well.

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