Saurabh Jain, an edtech entrepreneur, recently took to X (formerly Twitter) to explain how Japan is emerging as a preferred travel destination among Indians. He said that many people in his circle have gone to Japan, like it is the new Singapore or Dubai.
He added that Japan offers a host of benefits, which make it a lucrative destination for Indians.
“People in India in my circle are going to Japan like it’s the new Singapore or Dubai. At least 4-5 families in the last 3 months have visited Japan. Easy visa, good infra, just 7-8 hours flight, fallen Yen. Japan is the future destination for Indians. I visited Japan last year. Really fell in love with Japan,” Jain wrote in his post.
People in India in my circle are going to Japan like it’s the new Singapore or Dubai. At least 4-5 families in last 3 months have visited Japan.
Easy visa, good infra, just 7-8 hours flight ✈️, fallen Yen
Japan is the future destination for Indians.
I visited last year. Really…
— Saurabh Jain (@skjsaurabh) June 5, 2025
Indian tourism to Japan is witnessing unprecedented growth, establishing the East Asian nation as a future destination for many Indian travellers. In 2024 alone, 233,000 Indians visited Japan, marking a remarkable increase in tourism, with the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) actively promoting diverse regions to enhance this trend.
A significant portion of these tourists are first-time visitors, with 64.9 per cent opting for the renowned ‘Golden Route’, which includes Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and Hiroshima. This reflects a broader interest in exploring Japan’s cultural and historical landmarks, contributing to a deeper understanding of the nation’s rich heritage.
In the first quarter of 2025, the number of Indian tourists visiting Japan reached 62,100, a 24.8 per cent increase compared to the previous year. February saw a notable 29 per cent rise, attributed to the attraction of Japan’s winter landscapes. April also recorded a historic high, fuelled by the cherry blossom season, which is a major draw for international visitors.
Indian travellers are spending more during their visits, with an average expenditure of 241,590 yen per trip in 2024, a 53.6 per cent increase from 2019.
The average duration of stays has also extended to 16.3 nights, indicating a shift towards more immersive travel experiences. The majority of Indian visitors are independent travellers, accounting for 86.9 per cent of leisure tourists.
AloJapan.com