Chinese tourists
Coverage of Chinese tourists in the Nexus archive.
- Chinese tourists blamed for overtourism in Japan’s Kyoto despite huge fall in arrivals
Chinese tourists are being unfairly blamed for overtourism in Kyoto despite a sharp decline in mainland Chinese arrivals. A report by Kyoto City Tourism Association’s destination management organisation highlights the misconception, noting that visitor numbers have fallen amid worsening China-Japan relations.
- Jeju plan to allow Chinese tourist drivers stokes safety backlash in South Korea
Jeju's plan to allow Chinese tourists to drive rental cars has sparked a backlash over safety, insurance, and legal loopholes. Vice-Governor Park Cheon-su argued the policy could boost visitor spending during a July 2 meeting with officials.
- South Korea’s foreigner-only casinos hit jackpot as Chinese tourists return
South Korea’s foreigner-only casinos are gaining renewed momentum this year due to a recovery in inbound tourism and expected growth in Chinese group travel. Casino performance is closely tied to inbound flows, with Chinese visitor growth identified as the key variable for the remainder of the year.
- Chinese tourists high on Malaysia, why Europe is praising Lee Kuan Yew: 7 Asia highlights
Malaysia is attracting a record number of Chinese tourists using viral algorithms as Thailand's appeal declines. Pakistan has acquired a new Chinese-built stealth submarine, enhancing its military capabilities.
- Tourism Malaysia lays out plan to entice Chinese travellers
Tourism Malaysia is targeting Chinese tourists through digital marketing, key opinion leader collaborations, short-video content, and themed initiatives as part of its Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign. The strategy aligns with trends like short videos, lifestyle apps, online personalities, and newly opened routes beyond China's major cities.
- Why Malaysia’s tourism boom lives and dies on a Chinese app
Malaysia's tourism industry is increasingly influenced by Chinese tourists using the RedNote app to capture and share experiences in locations like Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur. The app has reshaped how travelers perceive and document Malaysian destinations.
- Malaysia has never had so many Chinese tourists. It wants more
Malaysia is experiencing a record number of Chinese tourists and aims to attract more. Jane Lyu, a Chinese engineer, visited Putrajaya's Putra Mosque as part of a company trip starting in Singapore.
- Japan’s visa fee jump to hit Chinese tourists hardest, adding friction to tense ties
Japan has announced a fivefold increase in visa fees for single-entry and multiple-entry visas, impacting Chinese tourists most significantly. The policy, effective July 1, raises single-entry fees from 3,000 yen to 15,000 yen and multiple-entry fees from 6,000 yen to 30,000 yen, potentially worsening tensions between Japan and China.