Kyushu Leads Japan's Tourism Growth

Above, view of offshore islands from Fukuoka Tower.  Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Tourism in Japan has been improving.  An article from Inside Japan Tours says that Kyushu is leading the growth.

They state:

Tourism numbers are starting to rebound in Japan with Kyushu showing particularly prominent growth.

A record number of foreign visitors arrived between March and July this year with Kyushu proving to be particularly popular with the tourists. According to the Japan Times one of the main factors driving tourists into the country is the cruise industry, which is becoming a popular means of travel among well-to-do Chinese. 

To read the full article, go here.