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South Korean cities are expected to perform the worst in the region, as the strained relationship with China takes its toll. Jeju registered very strong growth in the past years due to its proximity to China, visa-free entry allowance and the rapid growth of low-cost carrier Jeju Air, but this reversed in 2017.
Japanese cities are a victim of their own success; with the strong in ux of Chinese tourists in recent years, hotel rates in Tokyo and neighbouring Chiba have skyrocketed, driving travellers away. Chiba registered decline, with Tokyo a mere slowdown.
Five Weakest Performing Asian Cities in 2017*
ASIA
Beijing (49) Chiba (91)
Hong Kong (1) Jeju (71) Seoul (16)
-16% -14% -12% -10% -8%
-6% -4% -2% 0%
Source: Euromonitor International Note: *2017 data are forecast
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