In 2023, the number of regular employees in travel agencies in Japan stood at 85.62 thousand persons. The forecasted figures show a gradual decline from 2024 to 2028, with values dropping from 85.53 thousand persons in 2024 to 85.18 thousand persons in 2028. This represents a slight but consistent year-on-year decrease.
Year-on-year variation:
• 2024: -0.11%
• 2025: -0.11%
• 2026: -0.11%
• 2027: -0.09%
• 2028: -0.11%
The CAGR over the next five years (2024-2028) is estimated at -0.10%, indicating a minor but steady decline in the number of regular employees in this sector.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of emerging technologies such as AI and automation on workforce requirements, shifts in travel behavior due to environmental concerns, and regulatory changes that could impact the travel industry workforce.