Vietnam becomes fourth largest recipient of Japanese visas
As many as 139,236 Vietnamese nationals received Japanese visas in 2015, or about three percent of the total visas that Japan issued to foreign citizens in the year.
Kenrokuen Park in Japan (Illustrative image. Source: camnhannhatban.vn)
Tokyo (VNA)🎀 – As many as 139,236 Vietnamese nationals received Japanese visas in 2015, or about three percent of the total visas that Japan issued to foreign citizens in the year, according to the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The figure made Vietnam the fourth largest recipient of Japanese visas after China, the Philippines and Indonesia.
Last year, the total number of visas issued by diplomatic agencies of Japan was nearly 4.77 million, a rise of 66 percent from 2014 and the largest ever recorded.
The Japanese Embassy in Vietnam located in Hanoi and Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City are also among the 10 Japanese diplomatic agencies that granted the largest number of visas in 2015.
Throughout the year, 185,400 Vietnamese nationals entered Japan, including those who held multiple-entry visas.
According to the ministry, an overwhelming number of 3.78 million visas were granted to Chinese nationals, accounting for around 80 percent of the total visas issued and exceeded the number of visas given to all nations in 2014.
Together with looser policy in visa issuance, Japan’s efforts to boost its tourism sector by exempting consumer tax for tourists and devaluating the JPY helped the country lure 19.74 million visitors in 2015.-VNA
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh co-chaired the seventh meeting of the Vietnam-Japan Cooperation Committee and held talks with Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida.
The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) expects tourist arrivals from five western European countries to increase by 50 percent in the next three years as visa exemption norms kicked in this month.
The Japanese Government will relax visa regulations for citizens from five countries, including Vietnam , in a bid to attract more tourists to Japan in the coming time.
Vietnam will extend its visa exemption policy for Western Europe tourists, which will expire on July 1, said the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) at a press conference in Hanoi.
All the 240 households in Thieng Lieng hamlet once knew only salt production and aquaculture, but now welcoming tourists has become a source of their joy and income.
The first and only direct service connecting the two countries at the moment is set to operate three times per week using the modern wide-body Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
Mu Cang Chai is home to nearly 83,000 hectares of forest, including almost 60,000 hectares of unspoiled natural woodland. Recognising this potential, local authorities have embraced a holistic strategy that protects biodiversity while promoting tourism.
Phu Quoc ranks among the top 10 leading tourist islands in Asia. As the largest island in Vietnam, it boasts stunning natural beauty, with expansive coral reefs resting beneath the sea and a number of beautiful, poetic beaches such as Sao, Truong, and Khem, known for their fine white sand and crystal-clear waters.
Vietnam's national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet are among the exhibitors, promoting key destinations such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Phu Quoc, as well as distinctive tourism products.
Alexander Musikhin, Vice President of ATOR and CEO of the Intourist travel agency, highlighted Vietnam as a top destination offering a unique blend of beach holidays and cultural excursions.
According to Seoul’s Tourism Industry Department, approximately 20,000 Vietnamese visitors travel to the city each year for medical treatment. Vietnam consistently ranks among the top 10 countries with the highest number of medical tourists to Seoul.
An analysis of accommodation search data based on check-in dates for June and July revealed that Nha Trang surpassed all other destinations in popularity among Korean users.
The programme is organised by the Khanh Hoa provincial Youth Union and the “Khanh Hoa people speak English” Project, and aims to promote the culture, history, cuisine and other tourism products of Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa to international visitors.
VNAT Director General Nguyen Trung Khanh called visa a golden ticket to pulling in crowds, but he is clear that it needs coordinated efforts across multiple sectors to keep the momentum going in this fast-moving global travel scene.
As a tourism hub, Hanoi is now actively developing strategies to attract Muslim travellers. In recent years, the city has seen a notable uptick in visitors from countries with large Muslim populations.
When tourists witness firsthand the passion and care of farmers, they’re willing to pay higher prices because they see the genuine worth behind every product.
During the first five months, China continued to be Vietnam's largest source market of tourists, followed by the RoK, China’s Taiwan, the US, and Japan.
After more than three months of operation, the popularity of the free tours in Bac Ninh province shows no signs of cooling down. Many tourists return every week in hopes of experiencing all the tours and visiting every destination.
Typical products of Phu Tho are being showcased at the Lao Cai International Travel Mart 2025, held in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai from June 5-8.
Featuring 130 stalls and delegations from 120 travel agencies representing more than ten countries and territories, the event is expected to provide a platform for establishing partnerships and attracting more visitors to Lao Cai in the future.
Kicking off the festival on the evening of June 7 will be the grand music concert titled “Nha Trang Say Hi”, featuring popular artists from the trending show “Anh Trai Say Hi”. The event will be broadcast live nationwide and conclude with a fireworks display over Nha Trang Bay.
Data from Booking.com reveals that during the peak summer vacation in June and July, beach trips continue to be a top priority for Vietnamese travellers.
The northern midland province of Phu Tho has carried out all-round measures to improve tourism infrastructure, services, and offerings, elevating visitor experience and reinforcing the province’s unique cultural identity.
Kenrokuen Park in Japan (Illustrative image. Source: camnhannhatban.vn)
