We provide digital data of tourism content published in "Rurubu," a travel guide book that has been popular for many years, and in the web media "Rurubu & more." and "Rurubu Kids," which support daily outings, as well as information that we have independently produced for "RURUBU-Data."
From information on popular tourist destinations and events to specialized information on seasonal outings such as cherry blossom viewing, fireworks, and autumn foliage, our professionally selected travel information covers a wide range of genres and can be used on company and local government websites and tourism apps.
RURUBU-Data
RURUBU-Data is a travel database independently compiled by JTB Publishing, Inc.
We currently hold approximately 50,000 pieces of information (as of June 2022) on tourist spots and events throughout Japan.
Tourism information content from all over Japan
"RURUBU-Data"
Features
01 Digital data prepared based on the content used when creating the "Rurubu" guidebook.
This section features facilities that JTB Publishing has researched and covered, at their own expense.
02 "Safe and Secure" Digital Data for which Usage License Verification has been conducted
We obtain permission from all property owners for the use of digital data. We conduct written confirmation to prevent social problems between information providers and listed properties.
03 Information gathering and maintenance using the on-site reporting network
We utilize the nationwide reporting network cultivated through the production of the Rurubu travel guide to directly verify information with all facilities. We contact every facility directly at least once a year via telephone and fax (survey form).
"RURUBU-Data" Content Introduction
Main lineup and number of domestic tourism information items (as of April 1, 2021)
| content | API | overview |
|---|---|---|
| ContentTourism Database | API◯ | overview
Approximately 43,000 items |
| Content HotSpring Resort Database | API◯ | overview
Approximately 1,500 items |
| ContentDay Trip Hot Spring Database | API |
overview
Approximately 2,200 items |
| ContentEvent Database | API◯ | overview
Approximately 4,500 items |
| Seasonal ContentFeatures | API |
overview
Seasonal features including cherry blossom blooming information and autumn foliage information. |
| ContentArea Database | API◯ | overview
Approximately 4,200 |
| Contentconversation data | API |
overview
16 languages |
*The number of data entries and images may vary depending on when the data is provided. Please use these figures as a guideline.
Multilingual tourist information
We also offer content introducing tourist spots and Japanese culture in foreign languages, which can be used in tourism apps, digital signage, etc., to promote tourism and improve the environment for receiving foreign visitors to Japan.
*Tourism database: Approximately 20,000 entries*Area information: Approximately 300 areas
*Supported languages are Japanese, English, and Chinese (Simplified and Traditional).
Introduction to Features
There are two ways to provide "RURUBU-Data": "data delivery type" and "API distribution type." You can choose the delivery method that best suits your needs.
Data delivery type
(Japanese data)(Multilingual data)
(Japanese data)(Multilingual data)
We will deliver the text and image data required by the customer via media. The information will be extracted from our daily-operated database and delivered as it is at the time of extraction.
API
(Japanese data only)
(Japanese data only)
Since you can directly connect to JTB Publishing's servers to retrieve information, you can build a website without having to maintain your own database, which reduces development time. Furthermore, there is no burden of data maintenance.
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FAQ
How is the tourist information posted updated? Can I trust the freshness and accuracy of the information?
Yes, we provide highly reliable information. The information in "RURUBU-Data" utilizes the nationwide network of interviewers cultivated through the production of the "Rurubu" guidebooks. We directly verify the content with all facilities once a year via telephone and fax. Furthermore, we have obtained permission from all listed facilities to use the data digitally, ensuring that you can use it safely and securely.
We would like to integrate "RURUBU-Data" into our company's website and app. What are the available delivery methods?
You can choose from two delivery methods to suit your needs: "data delivery type" and "API delivery type."
• Data Delivery Type: We deliver all the text and image data you need as a single file set. This is suitable if you want to freely process and use the data on your own server. (Multilingual data is also supported.)
• API Delivery Type: This method involves directly connecting to our servers to retrieve information. It eliminates the need to maintain your own database, reducing development and maintenance burdens. (Supports Japanese data only)
