Recent travel updates from across Japan, published within the last month.
The Museum of the Imperial Collections in the Imperial Palace East Gardens is closed for expansion and renovation. Its official website states that the museum is scheduled to reopen in autumn 2026.
Reconstruction of Shuri Castle's Seiden main hall is progressing toward its scheduled completion in autumn 2026. Shurijo Castle Park remains partly open, allowing visitors to learn about the restoration while work continues.
Travel-industry reporting published on June 10 said bookings for Japan had risen sharply among long-haul travellers. The trend suggests continued demand and possible pressure on popular routes, hotels and attractions.
From June 1, 2026, people caught littering in Shibuya Ward can receive an immediate ¥2,000 fine. The rule applies to tourists and residents in one of Tokyo's busiest shopping and entertainment districts.
Kintetsu began a paid reserved-seat service on parts of the Minami Osaka and Yoshino lines on June 1, 2026. The service uses new 6A Series trains and offers visitors a more predictable seat for selected journeys.
Kintetsu introduced its new 6A Series trains on May 19, 2026, for the Minami Osaka, Yoshino, Nagano and Gose lines. Features include flexible seating, luggage space and an accessible multipurpose toilet.
Ishikawa Prefecture announced that Noto Satoyama Airport will reopen as Noto Satoyama Pokémon With You Airport on July 7, 2026. The project is intended to support tourism and regional recovery after the Noto Peninsula earthquake.
Local officials renewed warnings after climbers continued attempting Mount Fuji outside the official season. Snow, freezing temperatures and strong winds make off-season climbing dangerous for visitors and rescue teams.
The Kawaguchiko Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway is closed from May 11 to July 15, 2026, for facility renovation. The operator warns that the construction schedule and planned reopening date may change.