A prophecy by Japanese manga artist Ryo Tatsuki is causing travel concerns. Her prediction of a major disaster in July 2025 is impacting tourism. East Asian tourists are cancelling trips to Japan. Travel agencies report booking declines. Chinese authorities issued advisories. The Japan Meteorological Agency downplays the prophecy. Online discussions about disaster preparedness are increasing.
Japan’s ‘New Baba Vanga’: The manga artist whose predictions cause travel collapse