THE JITTI JOURNAL

Volume 12 Issue 1

January 2025

Welcome


As we turn the page to a brand new year, there’s a fresh sense of possibility in the air. This sense of possibility is further underscored by the inauguration of the Trump administration on January 20, which raises the likelihood of significant changes in the U.S. transportation and tourism industries.

 

This is also a time to reflect on all we’ve learned, cherish the growth we’ve experienced, and set our sights on our goals for the year ahead.


If you are among the many people vowing to learn to play a musical instrument this year, the Japanese gottan might strike that perfect balance!


Whatever your New Year's resolutions, we wish you good luck and safe travels on your journey in 2025. Happy New Year!

In This Issue

Feature Article:

Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan 

by Shinichiro Tsuri


2025 is the year of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, and demonstration flights of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) are planned for the expo. Get a quick overview of currently expected operators and their aircraft, ports to be used, and more.

Cultural Article:


My Favorite Old Town: Kawagoe



The historic town of Kawagoe in Saitama has its own unique attractiveness of old and new. If you come to Kawagoe, you can travel into the Japanese Edo period. Enjoy rich history, great food and unique shopping in Kawagoe on a day trip from Tokyo.

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There's Still Time to Enter!

Explore the Timeless Heart of Japan


Travel Sweepstakes & Survey Insights

Organized by JITTI USA with cooperation from the Kyoto City Tourism Association 

In celebration of this year being the first "U.S.-Japan Tourism Year," and to further deepen tourism exchange, one (1) lucky winner will be chosen at random among participants who have submitted a survey on travel to Japan, to receive a prize to experience the timeless wonders of historic Kyoto, Japan.


The winner will receive*:


  • Luxury Stay at the Kyoto Hilton
  • 2 Nights for 2 Guests in Either King or Double Room
  • Complimentary Seasonal Breakfast


  • Private Guided Tour of Kyoto
  • 1 Day (5 hour) Tour of Recommended Kyoto Sites
  • Exclusive Interpreter/Guide + Private Car
  • Deluxe Lunch Included


*Air and ground transportation to and from Kyoto, Japan are not included



Submit the survey by February 28, 2025 to be entered to win!


Sweepstakes Website

New Published Research

JITTI USA analysts produce reports on timely US-Japan transportation and tourism issues. These reports are now published in English on our website! Why not check them out?


Our most recent report:



Read the Reports

Articles of Note:

Japan Airlines Grows in North America: New Routes Amid Tourism Frenzy

The World’s Fastest High-Speed Trains in 2025

Foreign entries to Japan hit record high 36 mil. in 2024 on weak yen

Final Thoughts

Thank you for reading the JITTI Journal.
Until the next issue, whatever your mode, travel safely! 
 
The JITTI USA Team
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The JITTI Journal is a bimonthly publication of the Japan International Transport and Tourism Institute, USA (JITTI USA), in which JITTI USA shares information on transport and tourism developments in Japan and elsewhere, as well as recent JITTI USA programs. As a supplement to our regular events, we hope that the Journal likewise serves as a resource for the transport and tourism communities.