Tokyo crowned top international destination for welcoming ‘The Year of the Snake’

SINGAPORE, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As the Lunar New Year approaches, digital travel platform Agoda reveals the top 10 most sought-after cities in Asia to celebrate the start of ‘The Year of the Snake’. Japanese cities emerged as tourist favorites for the holiday period with Tokyo taking the top spot.

Tokyo is followed by Bangkok (Thailand), Osaka (Japan), Fukuoka (Japan), and Seoul (South Korea) rounding out the top five based on accommodation search data on Agoda. The list continues with Hong Kong, Sapporo (Japan), Singapore, Phuket (Thailand), and Hat Yai (Thailand) completing the top ten.

Asian travelers are drawn to celebrate the Lunar New Year in metropolitan hubs such as Tokyo, Bangkok, and Seoul. These cities offer an exciting array of festivities and cultural experiences, making them attractive destinations for a festive getaway. The rankings also reveal that travelers seeking international…