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 International Visitors to Sou Korea (May 2026) Here’s what May inbound tourism to Korea looked like. International visitor arrivals reached 1.95 million, up 19.4% year over year. Arrivals from China, Japan, Taiwan, and the United States all increased compared with the same month last year. By airport, Incheon International Airport recorded the highest number of arrivals. For more tourism statistics, please visit Yanolja Research Data Lab. Datalab Tourism Dashboard

 Korean airlines are taking the lead in Korea–Japan skies. ✈️🇰🇷🇯🇵 Flights between Korea and Japan have rebounded faster than ever—but one trend stands out: Korean carriers now dominate the market. In 2025, Korean airlines operated 134,615 flights on Korea–Japan routes, compared with 11,937 flights by foreign carriers. This reflects not only a strong recovery in outbound demand, but also the growing role of Korean airlines in connecting travelers between the two countries. As travel patterns continue to evolve, the next challenge is clear: expanding inbound connectivity beyond major hubs. Yanolja Research's recent analysis highlights that strengthening international air networks—particularly through regional airports and greater participation by foreign carriers—can play a critical role in dispersing tourism demand and creating new opportunities for regional economies. How can stronger air connectivity reshape the future of regional tourism? 📖 Breif Vol.11  Opening the Gat...