By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, Sept 30: Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) reinforced its presence in Japan with a successful two-pronged initiative spanning five days across two major cities.
According to a media release, the participation at Tourism Expo Japan (TEJ) 2025 in Nagoya, followed by a dedicated Product Update Session in Tokyo, underscored Japan’s importance as a key market for Sarawak’s tourism offerings.
“At TEJ 2025, Sarawak was showcased under the Malaysia Pavilion at Aichi Sky Expo, where the delegation connected with industry players and Japanese consumers alike.
“The Sarawak counter served as a hub for product discovery and destination awareness, while Japanese content creator Jun Tanaka brought Sarawak’s stories to life through engaging promotional activities,” it said.
The address by Catherine Huong, Marketing Manager for North Asia and New Market, delivered on behalf of Chief Executive Officer Puan Sharzede Datu Salleh Askor, acknowledged Tourism Malaysia Tokyo’s support and reiterated Sarawak’s long-term commitment to the Japanese market.
Momentum continued in Tokyo, where STB convened top travel agents for a half-day Product Update Session organised in collaboration with Tourism Malaysia Tokyo.
The session highlighted Sarawak’s newest tourism products and travel packages, complemented by interactive exchanges designed to strengthen opportunities for future collaborations.
These initiatives built on earlier promotional momentum, including the Serumpun Sarawak cultural showcase at Expo 2025 in Osaka, which featured Indigenous storytelling, culinary innovation, and creative arts.
Together, these efforts reinforced Sarawak’s positioning as a culturally rich, nature-inspired destination while enhancing its competitive edge in a key international market.
By combining consumer engagement in Nagoya with targeted trade outreach in Tokyo, STB effectively positioned Sarawak as a must-visit destination in Southeast Asia, while reinforcing its commitment to long-term partnerships with Japanese stakeholders. — DayakDaily
