Do e-payments threaten China's tourism industry? The truth is revealed
Expats in China met"Difficulty in paying"。
Among them, there are many reasons that resonate with netizens the most, that is, what foreigners encounter when they come to China"It's hard to pay"。At present, there are only two payment methods in China, Alipay and WeChat, and foreign tourists cannot pay with mobile phones, so they have to"Jumping over the wall"to solve this dilemma. However, most foreign travelers are right"Jumping over the wall"This concept is not well understood, which causes great inconvenience. In addition, foreigners pay more attention to personal privacy, and when they arrive in China, they will find that cash cannot be used in many areas, and if you want to register an Alipay account, you must first apply for a bank card before you can verify your identity, which is a very troublesome thing for foreign tourists. In addition, at present, the major tourist attractions are implementing the reservation ticket purchase mode, which is also a big problem for foreign tourists, many people do not know about it, in case there is no successful ticket purchase, it is likely to dispel the idea of going to the scenic spot.
But unlike China, why are foreigners keen to visit Japan? The main thing is that it's easy to pay. In Japan, Alipay and WeChat are basically universal, and if you have a bank card from a Japanese bank, you can buy a bottle of drink at a vending machine for a few thousand yen without cash. A convenient payment model that allows brick-and-mortar stores in Japan to thrive.
Other reasons why foreign tourists prefer to visit Japan.
In addition to the convenience of payment, there are many reasons why foreign tourists in Japan are keen to travel. First of all, the service in Japan is very meticulous, very human, and very humane. Toilet paper is available in all public toilets, especially in sightseeing spots. In addition, in addition to electric toilets, Japanese public toilets also have services such as "squatting toilets" and "squatting toilets". The design of every detail can bring people a comfortable and pleasant feeling, and make people feel cared for.
Secondly, Japan has convenient transportation and barrier-free communication. Japan has a good transportation system, with buses, subways, and convenience stores spread throughout the country. In addition, Japan's traffic signs and navigation systems are available in English, making it easier for foreign tourists to travel. In addition, major shopping malls and restaurants in Japan have English menus and services, making it convenient for foreigners to communicate and spend money in Japan.
In addition, when traveling to Japan, foreign travelers can enjoy a wide range of brands to choose from, **moderate, and guaranteed authenticity.
Japan is known for its good quality, good reputation, wide variety, and it is also relatively fair, not easy to be deceived, and not easy to be deceived.
How to improve China's tourism industry.
Judging from the current situation, China's tourism industry still needs to improve in the field of electronic payment. First, China should consider expanding payment channels to give foreign travelers more choice. In China, for foreigners, there should be more efforts to popularize and promote payment software so that they can better accept electronic payments.
Secondly, the booking and purchase of tickets for scenic spots is more flexible, whether it is reservation or on-site ticket purchase, it can provide tourists with more choices. At the same time, it is also necessary to enhance the service concept and English training in the scenic area, enhance the effectiveness of communication with foreign tourists, and improve their satisfaction with Chinese tourists.
At the same time, by relaxing the visa-free policy and optimizing the border inspection procedures, it will further simplify and facilitate the entry and exit of foreign travelers in and out of China.
Fourth, improve the overall service level of the tourism industry, improve the tourism consumption environment, increase the investigation and punishment of counterfeit and shoddy, fraud and other illegal acts, safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of tourists, and enhance the international image of China's tourist cities.
The results of the study show that there are still many problems in the field of electronic payment in China's tourism industry"It's hard to pay"It is an important obstacle to the development of tourism in China. In stark contrast, Japan's convenient payment methods and other meticulous services have allowed many stores in Japan to prosper as a result. In order to improve the travel experience and satisfaction of foreign tourists, and improve the overall development level of China's tourism industry, China's tourism industry must make efforts in terms of payment methods, scenic spot ticket purchases, service quality, and consumption environment.