Electronic payments have become an integral part of our daily lives. The use of Alipay and WeChat payment has become a regular operation for us to go out to shop, whether it is Alipay's QR code payment or WeChat's red envelope function, it has brought us great convenience. However, while enjoying the convenience, we should also be aware that electronic payment methods may have become an iron door that keeps many people out. Especially for foreign tourists, it has become a controversial and discussed issue to travel to China but encounter "difficulty in payment".
1. The embarrassment that paid software cannot be used
Using Alipay and WeChat Pay in China has become a habit, but it is not so easy for people from abroad to get started. Because they can't use the paid software commonly used in China in China, they need to solve the problem of circumventing the wall. For foreign tourists who are not familiar with China's online environment and technology, this undoubtedly increases the difficulty of their travel in China.
In addition to circumvention issues, foreign tourists may also face language barriers, inability to connect to the domestic network, and other problems. As a result of these problems, they were unable to use Alipay and WeChat Pay and had to rely on cash payments.
2. Restrictions and difficulties of payment channels
For foreign tourists, if they want to use Alipay or WeChat Pay, they first need to go through a series of authentication procedures such as bank cards, and the handling of bank cards may not be easy for some foreigners. In addition, in some attractions and shops, only local payment methods are accepted, and foreign credit cards are not supported. This has left foreign tourists limited in terms of shopping and spending.
As a big tourist country, China attracts a large number of foreign tourists. However, if we are unable to provide an internationally accepted payment method, this will greatly affect the development of our tourism industry. Therefore, we need to think about how to solve these payment challenges to better attract foreign tourists.
3. Inconvenience of tourism services
In addition to payment issues, foreign tourists will face a series of other inconveniences when traveling in China. For example, visa application is cumbersome, many hotels and B&Bs cannot accept foreign guests, most restaurants and shops do not accept international credit card payments, and many apps do not provide English versions. These problems make the travel of foreign tourists less smooth and convenient, and further reduce their motivation to travel to China.
Compared with Japan, China still has a lot of room for improvement in tourism services. Almost all shops in Japan support Alipay and WeChat Pay, mobile payments are available on almost all public transportation, and English menus and services are also widespread. This comprehensive and thoughtful tourism service will undoubtedly attract more foreign tourists.
1. Convenience of payment methods
As a popular tourist destination, Japan places a lot of emphasis on providing convenient payment methods for tourists. Almost all shops support Alipay and WeChat Pay, and visitors only need to bring a credit card and a Japanese Suica card in their mobile wallet to conveniently use services such as buses, subways, and convenience stores. This convenient and fast payment method provides a better shopping experience for tourists.
In contrast, China still has some problems with payment methods. Although Alipay and WeChat Pay have become very common, in some remote areas and small shops, there are still situations where only cash payments are accepted. This has caused confusion for foreign tourists and limited their spending power in China.
2. Improvement of service details
Japan has always been known for its attentive and personal service. Whether it is a public toilet or a tourist attraction, it provides an extremely comfortable experience. For example, public toilets provide plenty of toilet paper, heated toilet seats, fart washing function, ** running water and deodorization and other details all show the humane service in Japan. This kind of attentive service will undoubtedly increase the satisfaction of foreign tourists with their travel to Japan.
The improvement of service details is not only reflected in the public facilities, but also in the service industry in Japan, from restaurants to travel agencies and hotels. Whether it is the language communication or the various service facilities, it is very personal and thoughtful. This is one of the important reasons why Japan's tourism industry is booming.
3. Diversification of brand choices
Japan is a shopper's paradise, with a wide range of options for both international and local brands. Whether it's high-end luxury goods or affordable goods, it can meet the needs of different travelers. In contrast, China is still lacking in brand selection and internationalization, which also makes some high-end consumers more inclined to choose Japan for tourism.
Diversifying brand options is essential for the development of the tourism industry. If we can attract more international brands to settle in, provide more choices and high-quality products and services, we will surely attract more foreign tourists to travel to China.
Through the analysis of the impact of electronic payment on China's tourism industry and the successful cases of Japan's tourism industry, it is not difficult to find that the problem of electronic payment has become a major obstacle to the development of China's tourism industry. In terms of attracting more foreign tourists to China, we not only need to provide convenient payment methods, but also need to improve tourism services to provide more choices and high-quality products. Only in this way can we truly enhance the competitiveness of China's tourism industry.
As we all know, tourism is an important pillar industry of a country's economy, which plays a positive role in promoting local economic development, increasing employment opportunities, and promoting cultural exchanges. As a trend in today's society, electronic payment has undoubtedly had a huge impact on the tourism industry. Therefore, we should be fully aware of the existence of problems, and increase efforts to solve these problems to achieve the sustainable development of tourism.
In addition to improving payment methods and providing better travel services, there are other ways we can attract foreign tourists. For example, more preferential tourism policies and activities will be introduced, the popularity of tourist destinations will be increased, and international publicity will be strengthened. In addition, we can also learn from the successful experience of the Japanese tourism industry, pay attention to service details, improve product quality, and create a unique travel experience to attract more foreign tourists.
All in all, the lead in electronic payment methods does not necessarily mean the lead in the travel industry. We need to recognize the problems posed by electronic payments, and continue to improve and innovate to enhance the competitiveness and attractiveness of China's tourism development. Only when the payment problem is solved can we better attract and serve foreign tourists and promote the prosperity and development of the tourism industry.