TT-851 (Tourism Edition) -- Gaiatsu in the form of Airbnb

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Submitted by Terrie Lloyd on May 30, 2016

In looking at a lot of changes going on in and around the inbound tourism sector, it is easy to see how Airbnb has become a "new economy" lightning rod and change agent in Japan.

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TT-850 (Tourism Edition) -- Which Country is the Biggest Source of Repeat Travelers to Japan?

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Submitted by Terrie Lloyd on May 23, 2016

Who are the most desirable nationalities to target, on the basis of repeaters as a percentage of their country's population, proximity to Japan for travel convenience, and cultural factors.

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TT-849 -- Crowdfunding Takes Root in Japan, e-biz news from Japan

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Submitted by Terrie Lloyd on May 16, 2016

In early 2014 the Japanese Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (JFIEA) was amended to allow easier venture-based crowdfunding for investment. Japan now has more than 50 crowdfunding platforms.

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