Chinese tourists visiting Japan spent 25 percent more on tax-free goods in October than in the same month in 2019.
More flights have been announced by airlines of both countries amid stabilizing bilateral ties.
The most popular overseas destinations for Chinese travelers during the winter are Thailand, Japan, New Zealand, Australia, the United States, Malaysia, Indonesia, UK, Norway and South Korea.
Quarterly revenue of $21.2 billion was largely in line with estimates.
All of the Top 10 largest city pairs in 2023 operate between 6 cities.
Hong Kong needs to rejuvenate its economy and catch up with its Greater Bay Area neighbors.
The governments of Australia and China welcomed "the contribution of people-to-people exchanges to the bilateral relationship."
13 destinations would be added to the two already being served by regular direct service.