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Firms reluctant to openly discuss sensitive topic

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November 19, 2025

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It is, however, difficult to gauge the full damage to Chinese tourist numbers in Japan given that businesses are reluctant to openly discuss what is seen as a sensitive topic.

Travel agencies contacted by ST on Nov 17 declined interviews when asked about recent developments.

During an hour-long live stream on Douyin on Nov 17, a higher education consultant who specialises in Japan took questions on student visas and learning the Japanese language, but avoided taking any that pertained to the current state of affairs between China and Japan.

“With the current domestic and international situation, is it still recommended to go to Japan?” asked a viewer, whose question was among those left unanswered.

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