Residents of democratic Taiwan are increasingly choosing Japan over Hong Kong as a tourism destination. Hong Kong has dropped out of the top five destinations for Taiwanese travelers, with Japan being the most popular choice. The decline in tourist numbers to Hong Kong is attributed to political restrictions and financial reasons. Taiwanese nationals are also concerned about arbitrary arrest, refusal of entry, and interrogation, particularly if they have been critical of the Chinese government on social media. The fear of such repercussions, along with the lack of advertising for Hong Kong cosmetics and skincare products, has contributed to the shift in travel preferences.

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