Core Viewpoint - The recent comments made by Japanese Prime Minister Kishi Nobuo regarding Taiwan have led to heightened tensions between China and Japan, resulting in the cancellation or postponement of various events involving Japanese artists in China [1][7][8]. Event Cancellations - Ayumi Hamasaki's concert scheduled for November 29 in Shanghai was canceled due to "force majeure," with ticket refunds initiated [1][4]. - Two concerts by Kaoru Wada, planned for November 28 and 30 in Beijing and Shanghai, were also canceled for similar reasons [7]. - A musical performance of "Sailor Moon" in Hangzhou was canceled, along with other events by artists such as natori and chilldspot [7]. Impact on Tourism - The number of planned flights from China to Japan has significantly decreased, with a reported 56% increase in cancellations from November 24 to December 31 compared to the previous month [8][10]. - As of late November, 904 flights (16% of the total) from China to Japan were canceled, affecting approximately 156,000 seats [10]. - Major Chinese airlines have reduced flights, with China Southern Airlines cutting 118 flights and Spring Airlines reducing 182 flights [10]. Changes in Travel Plans - Chinese tourists are shifting their travel preferences to other countries such as Russia, Thailand, and Singapore, leading to concerns within Japan's tourism industry [8][10]. - A travel agency in Osaka reported that 80% of its clients are from China, and nearly all group tours to Japan have been canceled [8]. Adjustments by Companies - Adora Cruises announced changes to its 2026 itinerary, focusing on destinations in South Korea and Southeast Asia, removing Japanese ports from its plans [12].