During the Golden Week in 2026, South Korea attracted approximately 220,000 tourists from Japan and China. This significant visitor volume from two major Asian markets coincided with a notable increase in tourism activity throughout the country.
Tourism Sales Rise by Over Half Amid Increased Visitor Numbers
During this same period, South Korea’s tourism sector recorded a sales increase of 53%. The surge in tourism revenue reflects heightened visitor engagement and spending during one of the region’s peak travel times.
The rise in tourist arrivals and associated sales underscores strong demand from key neighboring countries. However, details regarding additional factors contributing to this growth or the duration of the sales increase
outside Golden Week remain unspecified.
