Japan Has Changed | Top 9 New Things to Know Before Traveling to Japan in 2025
Japan is experiencing a huge surge in popularity among international tourists. In 2024, the number of foreign visitors to Japan hit an all-time high, surpassing even the pre-COVID numbers of 2019.
With so many travelers coming to Japan, there have been a lot of changes—some positive, others less so. And if you’re planning a trip to Japan, there are several things you absolutely need to know beforehand.
In this video, I’ll be focusing on the positive changes that could enhance your travel experience. For example, I’ll cover new updates like the pre-entry screening system introduced for smoother immigration, the Japan Meteorological Agency’s latest 2025 cherry blossom forecast, and fresh insights into Japan’s most popular theme parks, museums, and attractions.
In this video, I’ll break down the top 9 changes you need to know before visiting Japan in 2025. By the end of this video, you’ll be fully prepared to enjoy a smoother, more comfortable, and more enjoyable trip.
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0:00 Opening
1:30 1.2025 Cherry Blossom Forecast
2:58 2.●● & ●● Shine in NY Times 2025 Travel List
4:38 3.Japan’s Airports Ranked Among the Best in the World
5:58 4.Travel Trend 2025: Relaxing in Japan with ‘Do-Nothing Vacations‘
7:16 5.New Immigration System
8:45 6.Japan’s Top Theme Parks 2025: The Surprising Rankings
10:13 7.Japan’s Must-Visit Museums in 2025
11:41 8.New Baggage Delivery Service
12:57 9.Show Gratitude in Japan: Donations & Unique Local Experiences
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Japan: a new preclearance system for foreign travelers in 2025
Japan: a new preclearance system for foreign travelers in 2025
These are the 52 places to go in 2025, according to the New York Times
https://www.timeout.com/news/these-are-the-52-places-to-go-in-2025-according-to-the-new-york-times-010725
Noto Peninsula rocked by a huge number of aftershocks
https://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/15101498
SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM KYOTO With Experience
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Preserve Kyoto
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Thanks Toshi-san for amazing video as always 👍
I turn 55 this year and for years I had dreamed of going to Japan to celebrate. On Christmas day I booked my flights for September. I enjoy watching your videos as I learn more about Japan. A big thank you from New Zealand
Always with the info Toshi!
Toshi, thank you so much for your information I plan to go with my wife I think for maybe in March 15 how much do you charge per guide?
Thanks for sharring this video!! I've bought my tiket and will follow the exact path you mentined: Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima and after that to Seoul/SKorea. Very usefull videos…
That InterCity Hotel Baggage Link is triple the price of the overnight Takkubin service 👀
Mmmmm, I am surprised Haneda Airport was given such a ranking. I flew in and out of Haneda Airport September 2024 on United and where I were, the airport was dated and not impressive at all. On the way out we had to go down the stairs a long way down to a small very crouded room on the lower floor for the United gates and then we were bused to the plane. I also had to walk the long stairs up to the main floor where there were shops and vending machines, The international arrival and departure areas were disappointing. Again, I am surprised Haneda Airport received such ranking.
Hi Toshi
We are planning Japan! Need a guide, can we get your contact number
I visited the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum in 2023. One of the most impressive museums I have ever been to.
Thank you fir your excellent updates.
Teamlab sucks
I'm planning a trip to Japan and I think I would like you to be my guide this fall. Thanks
The last thing Japan need is more foreigners and mass-immigration.
Japanese people…. Please fight with all your power to stop forgiven invasion.
Do you have a vidoe on onsens ? Is there a nice & reasonable ( from budget to medium cost) room stay with a private ( outdoor opening) onsen type of stay for a family of 4 in Osaka or Kyoto ? thx
Thanks
Me gustaría ir con mi hija, ella necesita comer GLUTEN FREE. Usted podría hacer un vídeo sobre restaurantes libres de gluten en Japón?
Sería muy interesante porque nadie habla de eso en sus vídeos y al otro lado de la pantalla hay mucha gente interesada. Gracias❤
Thanks Toshi as always for your video I saw the cherry blossoms in 2017 but not in Kyoto which were still behind but in Tokyo which were in full bloom I was really lucky a magical experience. I'm not for relaxing tourism but I want to see as much as possible but I understand that there are people who think differently, I will almost certainly go to the Samurai museum, I hope that at immigration the queues are not too long I have already signed up to visit japan and I have the QC what can I say I leave on Wednesday 29th and I can't wait to do this 4th trip of mine.
Small sad note I really wanted to take the night train from Osaka to Tokyo but unfortunately my agency was unable to book a seat on the train. I hope I can manage to do so sooner or later.
Going to tokyo in april for 8 days!! Thank you!
Nooooo, I leave march 22nd 😭 i am just barely missing the first blooms 😭
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I've noticed that there have been changes in Japan's relations with South Korea, but does this mean that there is more immigration to Japan?
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6:27 oh my god, yes. On my trip to Japan, I’d say there was a good 3 days I had which were my planned “do nothing” days. Nothing big planned, just local shopping, eating, and enjoying the hotel amenities.