[Economy pick] "A small Japanese city is coming up".What should I pay attention to for visa-free travel in China?

[Anchor]
The third topic, "A small Japanese city is coming up"…What should I pay attention to for visa-free travel in China?

How many Japanese tourists have increased?

[Reporter]
Until October this year, more than 20 million people flew between Korea and Japan.

It is expected to beat the annual record of 21.35 million within the year.

Especially, it's the small city that pops up.

Low-cost airlines are launching new flights to small Japanese cities such as Matsuyama, which is famous for its hot springs, and Saga, which is famous for its natural scenery.

It seems to be aimed at travelers who want to find their own new destinations outside of well-known big cities such as Tokyo and Kyoto.

Let's listen to the travelers firsthand.

[Kim Jae-wan / Wonhyo-dong, Seoul: I've always been to big cities, but this time, I wanted to experience small cities while healing. There aren't many people, and I'm looking forward to the sounds of nature.

The fact that the won-yen exchange rate remains around 900 won due to the low yen that has continued since last year is also a cause of stimulating demand for travel to Japan.

In addition, the travel industry expects demand for travel to China, which will allow people to go without a visa by the end of next year, will also increase.

[Anchor]
Yes, there are many people planning to travel at the news of visa-free entry into China.
Is there anything to be aware of
?

[Reporter]
Yes, there was a recent case in which Korean citizens were denied entry to China without a visa.

He was confirmed to have tuberculosis in China a few years ago, but it was confirmed because he could not prove that tuberculosis was cured during the entry process.

In response, the Embassy in China said it will discuss with related agencies how to prove the cure of tuberculosis and announce it later.

Entry without a visa to China is only possible for business or tourism purposes, so entry can be denied even if the purpose of entry is unclear.

The Embassy in China explained that it should be able to explain in detail the purpose of entry, destination, and stay schedule, and that it is better to prepare a return flight ticket as well as accommodation and acquaintance contact information.

In addition, if you stay at a hotel, the hotel will register a temporary residence for foreigners, but if you stay at a relative or acquaintance's house, you must register a temporary residence directly at the police station.