China's outbound tourism is expected to increase by 10 million people in 2026, with Japanese tourists possibly halved.

Foreign media: It is expected that outbound tourism from China in 2026 will increase by 10 million trips, with the total number reaching between 165 million and 175 million trips. The reasons for the growth include the relaxation of visa policies and the appreciation of the Chinese yuan.

However, due to the political disputes between China and Japan, the number of Chinese tourists traveling to Japan may be halved, dropping from 9.3 million in 2025 to 4.8 million. South Korea, Vietnam, and Thailand will be the top three popular destinations for Chinese tourists this year.

Additionally, the number of Chinese tourists will also increase after countries such as Russia and Turkey relax their visa policies.

Original article: toutiao.com/article/1854034757095424/

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