Key Facts
The Golden Week holiday period in Japan, which can last up to 11 consecutive days, began on April 26. This has triggered a surge in international travel, with many Japanese citizens choosing to spend their holidays abroad. At Fukuoka Airport’s international terminal, the departure lounge was bustling with both foreign tourists and Japanese travelers heading overseas.
One traveler shared their plans, saying, “I’m going to Busan, South Korea. This time, I have a four-day break, and next week, another four-day break.” According to Fukuoka Airport, approximately 137,500 people are expected to depart from the airport for international destinations between April 26 and May 6, marking a 122% increase compared to the previous year.
For domestic travel, the airport anticipates the peak departure day to be May 3. This highlights the significant travel activity during this extended holiday period.
Summary
Japan’s Golden Week holiday, which can extend up to 11 days, commenced on April 26, leading to a significant increase in international travel. At Fukuoka Airport’s international terminal, the departure lounge was crowded with Japanese travelers heading overseas alongside foreign tourists. One traveler shared their plans, stating, “I’m going to Busan, South Korea. This time, I have a four-day break, and next week, another four-day break.”
Fukuoka Airport estimates that approximately 137,500 passengers will depart for international destinations between April 26 and May 6, representing a 122% increase compared to the previous year. For domestic travel, the airport predicts May 3 to be the peak departure day during this extended holiday period.
