Tourism sector is now a $3.4 trillion industry and wellness tourism is an integral part of it. Now, it holds a slice the size of $494 billion, in the pie that is the tourism sector. It simply means that the sector is seeing an unprecedented growth. Wellness tourism industry is gaining momentum in Japan, and benefitting from traditional Japanese spa and therapies.
Wellness Tourism market in Japan
The term Wellness tourism is fairly broad, as it has evolved far beyond spa and other procedures where it first emerged. According to recently released data, Wellness tourism registered a 4 percent increase in current value sales in 2013, as compared to 2012, and it is still on hike. The trend of spa tourism is changing day by day and people are adopting it to enhance their health and beauty.People prefer the country to avail traditional Japanese massage and therapies. These massage and therapies are considered beneficial in treating several ailments. This has played an important role in enhancing Japan's wellness tourism market. Many tourism companies and wellness institutes are working together to provide quality wellness tourism services to their guests.
Hotels and resorts supporting destination spa
Many hotels and resorts in the country offer affordable spa and tourism packages to visitors. Some noteworthy hotels that offer spa facilities and destination spa to their guests are Osaka Castle, Shinjuku, and Kyoto. These hotels and resorts offer special beauty, medical, and health spa to their guests at affordable prices. Visitors can also take the advantage of various therapies and can enroll in yoga classes.
Domestic wellness tourism trend
Japan is not just the preferred destination of foreigners, as local people also visit spa destinations to spend relaxing weekends. Hotels and spa centers in the country also welcome local people to visit the destination and spend quality time with their family and friends. They can enjoy the local tours and can explore the region.
Development
As wellness tourism is well promoted, it has played an important role in the growth and development of the country. Wellness tourism has become a great way to generate revenue and employment for local people. People who visit the destination to avail wellness therapies they spend huge amount on shopping and exploring the cultural and natural beauty of the country. This helps locals conserve the natural and cultural beauty of the country.
