Tokyo topped the list of Japanese prefectures most popular among foreign tourists in 2024, with Osaka and Hokkaido following closely behind in terms of the number of foreign overnight stays.
特に東京都は、外国人延べ宿泊者数が393万6860人泊と突出しており、文化や観光資源の豊富さが魅力となっています。大阪府や北海道もそれぞれの特色を活かし、多くの外国人観光客を引きつけています。
Tokyo stood out with a remarkable 3,936,860 overnight stays by foreign visitors, highlighting the richness of its cultural and tourism resources. Osaka and Hokkaido also attracted a significant number of international tourists, each leveraging their unique characteristics.
2024年の外国人観光客数に基づく都道府県ランキングは以下の通りです。
The ranking below shows the popularity of each Japanese prefecture among foreign tourists in 2024, based on the number of international visitors.
東京は外国人観光客に最も人気のある都道府県で、2024年2月には393万6860人泊を記録し、3月には481万8990人泊に達しました。
Tokyo, Japan's capital, is a global magnet for tourists, drawing 3,936,860 foreign visitors in February 2024 alone. This number soared to 4,818,990 in March, solidifying its position as the most popular destination in the country.
大阪は外国人観光客にとって人気のある都市で、2024年2月には169万8590人泊、3月には185万7890人泊を記録しています。
Osaka, known for its vibrant culture and delicious cuisine, is a beloved city among foreign tourists. With 1,698,590 overnight stays recorded in February 2024 and 1,857,890 in March, Osaka continues to be a top destination in Japan.
京都も外国人観光客に人気があり、2024年2月には86万4490人泊、3月には142万7740人泊を記録しています。
Kyoto, renowned for its ancient temples and rich cultural heritage, is a beloved city among foreign tourists. With 864,490 overnight stays recorded in February 2024 and 1,427,740 in March, Kyoto continues to be a top destination in Japan.
北海道は自然豊かな観光地として知られ、2024年2月に112万4410人泊を記録しましたが、前年同月比で減少しています。
Hokkaido, a paradise for nature lovers, attracted 1,124,410 foreign visitors in February 2024. Despite its natural charm, the number of foreign tourists decreased slightly compared to the previous year.
福岡は2024年2月に51万4690人泊、3月には54万1880人泊を記録しています。
Fukuoka, known for its vibrant city life and delicious food, attracted 514,690 foreign visitors in February 2024. This number rose to 541,880 in March, solidifying its position as a popular tourist destination.
石川県は特に注目されており、2024年4月にはコロナ前の2倍以上の外国人宿泊者数を記録しました。
Ishikawa Prefecture has become a hot spot for international travelers. The number of foreign overnight stays in April 2024 exceeded pre-pandemic levels by more than double, highlighting its growing popularity among global tourists.
四国地方全体が好調で、特に愛媛県はコロナ前の2倍以上の宿泊者数を記録しています。
The Shikoku region is showing a significant rebound in tourism, with Ehime Prefecture leading the way. The prefecture has recorded more than double the number of overnight stays compared to the same period before the COVID-19 pandemic.
これらのデータから、東京や大阪といった大都市圏が引き続き外国人観光客に人気である一方、石川や四国地方なども注目を集めていることがわかります。
The data indicates that while major metropolitan areas such as Tokyo and Osaka continue to attract a significant number of foreign tourists, there is a growing trend of interest in other regions, including Ishikawa Prefecture and the entire Shikoku region.