According to a report by the Japan Tourism Agency, the total transaction amount for major travel agencies in September was 499,992 million yen, up 1.3% from the same month last year. The continued recovery of overseas travel led the way, ensuring an increase from the previous year. Domestic travel was down 1.3% to 292,521 million yen. Travel to the Kansai region was strong, but the effects of Typhoon Hagibis had an impact. Overseas travel was up 4.3% to 190,049 million yen. Strong performance continues, especially in destinations such as Hawaii. Travel by foreigners was up 14.8% to 17,421 million yen. 32 of the 50 companies increased compared to the same month last year.