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International Air Passenger Traffic in Japan Hits Record 114 Million in 2025
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· September 17, 2026
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Key points 4 million people arriving or departing on flights. A record number of international air passengers was reached in 2025, with 114.
A record number of international air passengers was reached in 2025, with 114.4 million people arriving or departing on flights. This total surpasses the number of passengers seen before the pandemic.
The new record indicates a significant increase in air travel, with the total number of passengers exceeding prepandemic levels.
Further information on this record can be found through the original source, which provides details on the total number of international air passengers in 2025.
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Published: September 17, 2026 ·
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