Leana Vibal

(SPOT.ph) The chokehold Japan has on Filipino travelers is unmatched. These days, it feels like everyone either has a friend currently in Japan or knows someone planning a trip there before the year ends. So if you’re feeling a little FOMO and dreaming of your own adventure in the Land of the Rising Sun, here’s some good news: getting a Japanese visa just got a little easier.

Travel Check if your flight has been affected by the change. by Published on Feb 26, 2026 Peak travel season is fast approaching, and whether you’re jetting off across the country or halfway around the world, it all starts at the airport. But if you’re flying out of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), hold off on booking that ride just yet. Before you head out, double-check your ticket and confirm your terminal.

Leana Vibal It's often joked that the most depressing part of any international trip is stepping back onto Philippine soil. And for many travelers, that heartbreak starts with a reality check at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA)—especially Terminal 1, where the arrivals bay has long felt less than welcoming. Read: VIP lounge for OFWs in NAIA Terminal 1 now open But it looks like the New NAIA Infrastructure Corporation (NNIC) was listening: that area has just undergone a major facelift.