This year, Valentine’s Day aligns with a Saturday, prompting couples to turn routine dinner plans into entire weekend excursions. Recent data show that enthusiasm for extended getaways has fueled record-level spending on travel and hospitality, reflecting a major shift in how Americans celebrate.

Airbnb’s growing presence in Japan is translating into substantial economic gains, with international visitors driving billions in spending. Longer average stays are further amplifying the platform’s positive contribution to the country’s tourism sector.