# Japan

40 signals tagged Japan (region).

## Best Western Rewards get 40% off 41 Asia-Pacific hotels by 15 Sept

Sep 9 · 1 source · Best Western, Indonesia, Japan, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, promotion, hotel, loyalty program

Best Western Rewards members who book by 15 September 2026 can take 40% off prepaid stays at 41 Asia-Pacific hotels through 31 March 2027.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/best-western-rewards-asia-sale-up-to-40-off-through-march-2027-book-by-september)

## American Airlines adds Vienna and Porto from Philadelphia for 2027

Sep 8 · 1 source · American Airlines, Japan, route network, airline, new route

American Airlines has put tickets on sale for new summer 2027 international routes, with Philadelphia to Reykjavik returning for the first time since 2019.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/american-airlines-adds-seven-new-international-routes-for-summer-2027)

## JAL takes first foreign-airline stake in Korean Air parent

Sep 5 · 1 source · JAL, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Japan, South Korea, airline, partnership, industry news

Japan Airlines bought an undisclosed stake in Hanjin KAL, Korean Air's parent, which is its first investment in a foreign airline.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/japan-airlines-acquires-stake-in-korean-air-s-parent-expanded-partnership-coming)

## ALL Accor+ Explorer raises fees by up to 14% on 1 October 2026

Sep 4 · 1 source · Accor Live Limitless, Accor, ALL Accor, ALL Accor+ Explorer, Australia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Philippines

Members who keep auto-renewal on by 30 September 2026 retain the current ALL Accor+ Explorer rate for one more year as fees rise worldwide on 1 October 2026.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/all-accor-explorer-raises-membership-fees-worldwide-effective-october-1-2026)

## Alaska adds Jetstar as earn-only Atmos Rewards partner

Sep 2 · 2 sources · Alaska Airlines, Jetstar, Alaska Mile Plan, Alaska Mileage Plan, Atmos Rewards, Japan, airline, loyalty program

Alaska Airlines now credits Atmos Rewards miles for Jetstar flights booked on alaskaair.com, but those miles cannot be redeemed on the carrier.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/alaska-airlines-adds-jetstar-as-new-earn-partner)

## United will add 10 new destinations in Europe and Asia from March 2027

Aug 31 · 4 sources · United Airlines, MileagePlus, France, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, route network

United will fly 13 new routes in 2027, with the first flights as early as March 27, including 10 cities it does not currently serve.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/united-adds-10-new-international-cities-and-4-new-routes-starting-march-2027)

## IHG will convert 14 Kyoto hotels into 12 Garner properties

Aug 26 · 1 source · Garner, Holiday Inn Express, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Japan, Kyoto, hotel, airline, loyalty program, hotel opening

IHG signed a conversion deal for 14 Kyoto hotels with 1,063 rooms, and 12 will become Garner properties over the next 12 months.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/ihg-signs-deal-to-convert-14-hotels-in-kyoto-to-garner-and-holiday-inn-express)

## IHG will convert 14 Kyoto hotels over the next 12 months

Aug 24 · 1 source · Garner, Holiday Inn Express, Japan, Kyoto, hotel

GCP Hospitality will rebrand 14 Kyoto hotels totaling 1,063 rooms into IHG brands over the next 12 months, and 12 of those will become Garner.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/ihg-converts-14-ms-hotels-in-kyoto-to-garner-and-holiday-inn-express)

## Tokyo hotel earthquake alarm at 2 AM, elevators restored in 20 minutes

Aug 23 · 1 source · Japan, Tokyo, other, hotel, other relevant news

Points travellers overnighting in Tokyo can encounter hotel earthquake alarms at 2 AM, with elevators working again about 20 minutes later.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/tokyo-earthquake-experience-at-hotel)

## ANA and Riyadh Air sign MoU for future codeshare and loyalty ties

Aug 18 · 1 source · ANA, Riyadh Air, Sfeer, Japan, Saudi Arabia, airline, loyalty program, partnership

ANA members have nothing to register or book after the 18 August 2026 memorandum with Riyadh Air, which is not a live commercial deal.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/ana-and-riyadh-air-sign-mou-for-interline-codeshare-and-loyalty-reciprocity)

## Accor adds a $30 dining voucher on Explorer signups to Sep 7

Aug 17 · 1 source · Accor Live Limitless, Accor, ALL Accor+, ALL Accor+ Explorer, Australia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia

Accor Live Limitless is attaching a $30 dining voucher to Accor+ Explorer memberships purchased and activated from August 17 through September 7, 2026.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/all-accor-explorer-f-b-certificate-promotion-august-17-september-7-2026)

## Amex adds 351 hotels to Fine Hotels + Resorts and Hotel Collection

Aug 12 · 1 source · American Express, EDITION, Fine Hotels + Resorts, Melia, One&Only, Park Hyatt, The Hotel Collection, Amex Travel, American Express Business Gold Card, American Express Platinum Card

Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection now include more than 3,400 hotels across 116 countries after American Express added 351 properties.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/american-express-adds-351-hotels-to-fine-hotels-resorts-and-the-hotel-collection)

## Targeted: Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles match from $129

Aug 10 · 1 source · SkyTeam, Vietnam Airlines, Lotusmiles, Australia, China, India, Japan, promotion, airline, loyalty program

Members of 50 frequent flyer programs can buy a Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles match from $129 on Statusmatch.com.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/vietnam-airlines-status-match-to-lotusmiles-elite-tiers)

## Choice Privileges raises Japan awards a third time in two months

Aug 7 · 1 source · Choice Privileges, Ascend Collection, Choice Hotels, Comfort Hotel, Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Japan, loyalty program, policy change, hotel

Choice Privileges has raised award prices at more of its 101 Japan hotels, and two Comfort hotels now cost 25,000 points a night, up from 15,000.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/choice-privileges-devalues-award-rates-for-hotels-in-japan)

## Oman Offers Free 14-Day Visa to Nationals of Over 100 Countries

Aug 4 · 1 source · Oman Air, Oneworld, Australia, Canada, GCC, Japan, Oman, Schengen Area, UK, US

Oman is introducing a free 14-day visa for nationals of more than 100 countries to boost tourism. Eligible travelers need a confirmed hotel, insurance, and sufficient funds

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/oman-offers-free-14-day-visa-to-nationals-of-over-100-countries)

## Japanese Airlines Standardize Domestic Baggage Cut-Off Times at Haneda Airport to 30 Minutes

Aug 3 · 1 source · ANA, JAL, Haneda Airport, Japan, policy change, airline, service policy change

Effective September 1, 2026, ANA and JAL will standardize domestic checked baggage drop-off cut-off times at Tokyo Haneda Airport to 30 minutes before departure, up from ANA's previous 20-minute strict limit

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/japanese-airlines-standardize-domestic-baggage-cut-off-times-at-haneda-airport-t)

## Turkish Airlines 20% Off International Return Flights September 1 – November 30, 2026

Jul 27 · 1 source · AJet, Turkish Airlines, Australia, Baku, Bukhara, China, Colombo, Indonesia, Iraq, Japan

Turkish Airlines is offering 20% off economy return fares for travel between September 1 and November 30, 2026. Passengers must use promo code TIME2FLY when booking between July 27 and August 3

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/turkish-airlines-20-off-international-return-flights-september-1-november-30-202)

## Amex and ALL Accor Expand Partnership to 12 Countries with Status Match and Points Transfer

Jul 22 · 1 source · ALL Accor, Accor, Accor Live Limitless, American Express Membership Rewards, Amex Platinum, American Express, Australia, Austria, Canada, France

American Express and ALL Accor announced a global partnership rolling out in 2026 across 12 countries, offering Amex Platinum members ALL Accor Gold status and a new Membership Rewards points transfer option

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/amex-and-all-accor-expand-partnership-to-12-countries-with-status-match-and-poin)

## Choice Privileges Increases Point Requirements at Select Japan Hotels

Jul 16 · 1 source · Choice Privileges, Japan, loyalty program, policy change, hotel, devaluation, program change

Choice Privileges has raised point costs for additional hotels in Japan, following an earlier increase in early June. Rates now range from 10,000 to 30,000 points per night for affected properties

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/choice-privileges-increases-point-requirements-at-select-japan-hotels)

## Marriott Bonvoy and Japan Airlines Launch Preferred Partnership with Status Match

Jul 16 · 5 sources · ANA, Air Canada, Emirates, JAL, Japan Airlines, Lufthansa, Oneworld, Singapore Airlines, United Airlines, Marriott Bonvoy

Marriott Bonvoy and Japan Airlines Mileage Bank have launched a new preferred partnership featuring reciprocal status match and challenge opportunities for elite members of both programs

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/marriott-bonvoy-and-japan-airlines-launch-preferred-partnership-with-tier-matchi)

## Flying Blue Status Match Now Includes India & Air India

Jul 10 · 2 sources · ANA, Air Canada, Air China, Air France, Air France-KLM, Air India, Asiana, Cathay Pacific, China Southern, EVA Air

Air France-KLM's Flying Blue has updated its paid status match to include members in India and added Air India as an eligible airline for matching

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/flying-blue-status-match-now-includes-india-air-india)

## ALL Accor+ Explorer Refer-a-Friend Promotion: July 6 – August 28, 2026

Jul 7 · 1 source · Accor, Accor Live Limitless, ALL Accor+ Explorer, Australia, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines

Accor is running a refer-a-friend promotion for ALL Accor+ Explorer memberships through August 28, 2026. Both referrer and referee receive a local F&B voucher, with values varying by country (e.g., AUD 50 in Australia, SGD 40 in Singapore)

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/all-accor-explorer-refer-a-friend-promotion-july-6-august-28-2026)

## Tokyo Government Confirms 3% Accommodation Tax Starting April 1, 2027

Jul 5 · 1 source · Park Hyatt Tokyo, World of Hyatt, Japan, Tokyo, hotel, devaluation, policy change, industry news

Tokyo will implement a 3% accommodation tax on hotel rates exceeding 13,000 Yen starting April 1, 2027, replacing the previous flat fee. Award stays will be exempt from the tax

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/tokyo-government-confirms-3-accommodation-tax-starting-april-1-2027)

## ALL Accor+ Explorer Launches in Japan July 1, 2026

Jun 28 · 1 source · Accor, Accor Live Limitless, ALL Accor, Accor Plus, APAC, Asia, Japan, Middle East, UAE, loyalty program

Accor Plus membership (ALL Accor+ Explorer) launches in Japan on July 1, 2026, priced at 38,000 yen. Members receive Gold status, dining discounts, and 2,000 bonus ALL points if signing up by June 30

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/all-accor-explorer-launches-in-japan-july-1-2026)

## Japan Airlines CEO Takes 30% Pay Cut Over Crew Alcohol Violations

Jun 17 · 2 sources · ANA, JAL, Japan Airlines, Japan, airline, devaluation, safety & operations, industry news

Japan Airlines CEO Mitsuko Tottori and other executives are taking pay cuts following another crew alcohol violation, marking the third time in a year executives have been penalized for similar incidents

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/japan-airlines-ceo-takes-30-pay-cut-over-crew-alcohol-violations)

## Choice Privileges Increases Award Night Costs at Key Japan Properties

Jun 8 · 1 source · Choice Privileges, Comfort Hotel ERA Tokyo Higashi Kanda, Comfort Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi, Comfort Hotel Tokyo Higashi Nihombashi, Comfort Hotel Tokyo Kanda, Japan, Osaka, Tokyo, loyalty program, policy change

Choice Privileges has raised award night prices at several Japanese hotels by up to 200%, with Tokyo and Osaka properties seeing the steepest hikes from 8,000 to 20,000+ points

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/choice-privileges-increases-award-night-costs-at-key-japan-properties)

## Philippine Airlines to Join oneworld Alliance, Effective 2027

Jun 8 · 5 sources · Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, JAL, Japan Airlines

Philippine Airlines accepted an invitation to join the oneworld alliance, becoming its 16th member. Full integration is expected in 2027, allowing Mabuhay Miles members to earn/redeem across the alliance and access oneworld Priority lounges

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/philippine-airlines-invited-to-join-oneworld-alliance)

## Accor+ 'Red Hot Rooms' June 2026: 40-50% Off Select Properties in APAC and UAE

Jun 5 · 1 source · ALL Accor+, Accor, Accor Live Limitless, Red Hot Rooms, Asia, Asia-Pacific, Australia, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong

Accor+ subscribers can access 40-50% discounts on 'Red Hot Rooms' across Asia-Pacific and the UAE for June 2026, with specific booking deadlines varying by property

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/accor-red-hot-rooms-june-2026-40-50-off-select-properties-in-apac-and-uae)

## Atmos Rewards Launches 'Members Day' Monthly Promo with Flights from 7,500 Points

Jun 4 · 1 source · Atmos Rewards, Japan, Mexico, Tahiti, promotion, loyalty program, promo

Atmos Rewards launched its inaugural 'Members Day' on June 3, offering discounted award flights to destinations like Mexico City and Paris. The promotion runs through June 6 for travel between September and November 2026

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/atmos-rewards-launches-members-day-monthly-promo-with-flights-from-7-500-points)

## Lufthansa Reverses High Cancellation Fees for Flex Fares and Awards, First Class Retains 800 EUR Penalty

Jun 4 · 1 source · Lufthansa, Miles&More, Asia, Asia-Pacific, Brazil, China, Europe, Japan, Mauritius, Seychelles

Lufthansa is restoring free cancellation for Economy, Premium Economy, and Business Class Flex fares (including Miles&More awards) effective June 3, 2026, while First Class Flex retains an 800 EUR fee. Lower fare categories see fee reductions by June 10

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/lufthansa-reverses-high-cancellation-fees-for-flex-fares-and-awards-first-class)

## Japan Airlines Bans Cabin Crew From Drinking Alcohol During Work Trips

May 29 · 2 sources · JAL, Japan Airlines, Japan, policy change, airline, safety & operations, service policy change

Japan Airlines has banned all cabin crew from consuming alcohol during work trips, expanding the previous 12-hour pre-flight rule, following incidents of crew failing breath tests

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/japan-airlines-fully-bans-flight-attendants-from-drinking-on-layovers)

## Hello Kitty Shinkansen Decommissioned After 8 Years

May 28 · 1 source · Japan, other, other relevant news

JR West's famous Hello Kitty Shinkansen train has been decommissioned following its final ride on May 17, 2026, ending an eight-year run of the themed service

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/hello-kitty-shinkansen-decommissioned-after-8-years)

## Tipping Hotel Concierges: When Is It Appropriate, How Much Is Expected?

May 23 · 1 source · Hotel Concierges, Japan, policy change, hotel, service policy change

Guide on tipping hotel concierges, covering cultural norms, expected amounts ($5-10 per service or $20/day for luxury stays), and regional variations like Japan

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/tipping-hotel-concierges-when-is-it-appropriate-how-much-is-expected)

## Rove Loyalty Program Launches: 88-Mile Lufthansa Flights and 1:1 Partner Transfers

May 21 · 1 source · American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Air Canada, Air France-KLM, Lufthansa, JAL, Virgin Atlantic, Swiss, Austrian, Japan Airlines

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/rove-loyalty-program-launches-88-mile-lufthansa-flights-and-1-1-partner-transfer)

## United Expands Japan Service With New Sapporo & Tokyo Flights

May 18 · 2 sources · ANA, Air Canada, United Airlines, Asia, Canada, Chicago, Chicago O'Hare, Japan, San Francisco, Sapporo

United Airlines is launching seasonal nonstop service from San Francisco to Sapporo starting December 11 and adding daily year-round service from Chicago O'Hare to Tokyo-Narita beginning October 24

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/united-unveils-new-tokyo-route-nonstop-us-flights-to-japan-s-top-ski-destination)

## United Airlines Adds Winter Seasonal SFO-Sapporo Service Starting December 2026

May 14 · 1 source · Air Canada, United Airlines, Canada, Japan, San Francisco, Sapporo, route network, airline, new route

United Airlines will launch a 3x weekly seasonal flight between San Francisco (SFO) and Sapporo (CTS) from December 17, 2026, through March 26, 2027, operating on a Boeing 787-9

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/united-airlines-adds-winter-seasonal-sfo-sapporo-service-starting-december-2026)

## IHG Asia-Pacific Mid-Year Sale: Up to 30% Off for Stays Through December 2026

May 12 · 1 source · Crowne Plaza, Even Hotels, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Hotel Indigo, IHG, IHG One Rewards, InterContinental, Kimpton, Regent Hotels

IHG is offering up to 20% off public rates and an additional 10% for IHG One Rewards members on stays in Asia-Pacific. Bookings must be made by June 9, 2026, for travel between May 19 and December 20, 2026

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/ihg-asia-pacific-mid-year-sale-up-to-30-off-for-stays-through-december-2026)

## Air France-KLM Introduces Fees for Refunding Flex Fares on Select Long-Haul Routes

Apr 24 · 1 source · Air France, Air France-KLM, KLM, Asia, Canada, China, Europe, Hong Kong, India, Japan

Air France and KLM are charging 300-500 EUR to refund Flex fares on specific long-haul routes starting April 21, 2026. La Première remains free to cancel

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/air-france-klm-introduces-fees-for-refunding-flex-fares-on-select-long-haul-rout)

## IHG and ANA Launch Loyalty Partnership with Status Match and Two-Way Point Transfers

Apr 22 · 1 source · ANA, All Nippon Airways (ANA), IHG Hotels & Resorts, IHG One Rewards, ANA Mileage Club, Japan, loyalty program, policy change, airline, hotel

IHG One Rewards and ANA Mileage Club announced a partnership launching after October 2026. Benefits include status matching for ANA elites, two-way point transfers, and double-dip earning on select ANA flights to Japan

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/ihg-and-ana-launch-loyalty-partnership-with-status-match-and-two-way-point-trans)

## Didi Japan Offers Hilton Honors Status Match and Fast Track to Diamond

Apr 10 · 1 source · Hilton Honors, Didi Points Program, Japan, promotion, hotel, loyalty program, elite status, promo

Didi Japan members can match their status to Hilton Honors and earn fast-track elite nights through April 30, 2026. Gold Didi members get Hilton Silver and a fast track to Gold; Platinum members get Hilton Gold and a fast track to Diamond

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/didi-japan-hilton-honors-status-match-fast-track-offer)

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