JTB has compiled its travel trend outlook for "people who will take at least one overnight trip during the summer vacation (July 15 - August 31, 2026)." This report estimates domestic travel by Japanese residents for one night or more, based on various economic trends, consumer behavior surveys, transportation and tourism-related data, and surveys conducted by the JTB Group. The survey has been conducted continuously since 1969. Income is on an upward trend, but due to rising prices, travel will be characterized by a selective approach with savings and ingenuity. Domestic travel popular for avoiding heat and seeking indoor or cool activities. Overseas travel involves wisely choosing destinations where local prices and airfare are affordable. ● Total summer vacation travelers: 71.17 million (95.4% year-on-year) Total travel spending: 4.0474 trillion yen (98.3% year-on-year) ● Domestic travel: Travelers 69 million (95.6% year-on-year), average planned travel expense: 48,500 yen (103.2% year-on-year), travel spending: 3.3465 trillion yen (98.6% year-on-year) ● Overseas travel: Travelers 2.17 million (91.2% year-on-year), average planned travel expense: 323,000 yen (106.3% year-on-year), travel spending: 700.09 billion yen (96.9% year-on-year) [Domestic Travel] ➢ Traveler numbers are predicted to decrease slightly from last year, despite expected increases in salary income and summer bonuses, due to a stronger trend towards saving money that outweighs these increases. ➢ The average planned travel expense (unit price) is expected to rise again this year, influenced by price increases being passed on. Consumers are showing a selective spending pattern, maintaining expenditure on things they perceive as valuable. ➢ Interest is growing in heat countermeasures during travel, such as spending time in indoor facilities, minimizing travel, and sightseeing during cooler early morning or evening hours. [Overseas Travel] ➢ Traveler numbers are expected to decrease from last year,