Guan Cha Zhe Wang·2025-11-15 09:43Core Viewpoint - The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Chinese consulates in Japan have issued a warning for Chinese citizens to avoid traveling to Japan, prompting major airlines to implement special handling procedures for tickets related to Japan routes [1][5]. Group 1: Airline Responses - Major airlines including Air China, China Eastern Airlines, and China Southern Airlines have announced special ticket handling procedures for flights to and from Japan, effective from November 15, 2025 [1][5]. - China Eastern Airlines specifies that tickets must include at least one unused segment involving Japan, with travel dates between November 15, 2025, and December 31, 2025, to qualify for changes or refunds [1][2]. - China Southern Airlines allows for free changes for the first modification of tickets purchased before November 15, 2025, with travel dates also falling within the specified range [3][4]. Group 2: Ticket Change and Refund Policies - Air China has set conditions for ticket changes and refunds, including a waiver of change fees for the first modification, but additional fees may apply for fare differences [4][5]. - All three major airlines allow for refunds without penalty for unused segments within the ticket validity period, provided the tickets meet the specified conditions [3][4][5]. - Sichuan Airlines has also released similar guidelines, allowing for changes and refunds under specific conditions, including travel dates and ticket purchase timelines [7].