14.5 million tourism arrivals in Japan's first five months, up 70%, due to yen's collapse and 2019 visitor surpass likely.

Japan experiences record tourism surge with 14.5 million arrivals in the first five months, up 70% from the same period last year. The yen's historic collapse offers a cheaper traveling experience for tourists, and the nation is on track to surpass 2019's 31 million visitors. Japan's unique mix of futuristic and traditional experiences, coupled with low currency exchange rates, attract global travelers.