This issue was published online on October 13, 2026, and features seven research articles authored by 25 researchers affiliated with institutions in Indonesia and Brazil. The articles explore a range of topics in sustainable tourism and destination competitiveness, including Japanese hospitality and festival tourism, collaborative governance in tourism village development, cultural events and destination branding, comparative urban tourism, coastal wellness tourism, tourism activity development, and traditional sports events. Collectively, the contributions provide insights into destination management, cultural heritage, visitor experiences, stakeholder relationships, and innovative approaches to sustainable tourism development and competitiveness.
