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The experience of trust : Exploring solo female travel with postdisciplinarity and post-qualitative inquiry
Full text linkIn this article, I philosophize trust as an onto-epistemology research approach through the context of solo female travel. Reflecting on my experience of being uncertain whether I want to travel alone again, I question the conventional notions of fear and empowerment found in existing studies. Sensing my solo travel experience does not fit neatly into either of these categories, this article explores new understandings and ways of knowing. By engaging with postdisciplinarity and post-qualitative inquiry, I argue trust embodies both being and knowing, creating a space to reconsider the female solo travel experience in new ways. Although I do not know what kind of knowledge it is, where I should go to gain such knowledge, or how I can attain it, sharing this fragility of uncertainty represents the experience of trust I seek to bring to light. I trust this fragile uncertainty so that we can exist together, and not be forgotten in the world
A reflective journey through Teaching Tourism : Values-based education for transformative learning
Full text linkTourism education plays an increasingly vital role in a world where tourism has matured into a complex global phenomenon. This brief report explores values-based teaching and learning in tourism through a reflective autobiography of the author’s experiences in the workshop “Teaching Tourism – Values-Based Transformative Learning Experiences” at Hokkaido University. Key findings for implementing values-based tourism education highlight three essential points. First, tourism educators must critically reflect on their beliefs to identify their values and positions. Second, fostering dialogue among students is crucial for developing diverse perspectives, with educators facilitating discussions thoughtfully to explore differing viewpoints. Finally, educators, as collaborative learners, should create open and inclusive classroom environments by incorporating creative learning approaches. These findings aim to enhance both teaching and learning in tourism, preparing students to navigate tourism’s complexities and contribute meaningfully to society
Breaking taboos : Exploring menstruation’s influence on young women’s travel experiences in Rural Japan
Full text linkThe topic of menstruation remains taboo in many countries. Japan is no exception, but growing empathy and awareness have compelled some companies to introduce measures such as menstrual leave programs. In turn, menstruation is gradually being discussed more openly. A review of existing literature reveals that existing research focuses primarily on the physiological impacts of menstruation with some studies diverging to investigate the effects on female athletes, soldiers, and students. However, the implications for tourism remain entirely unexplored. To address this research gap, this study investigates menstruation-related challenges faced by young female adults during travel. Quantitative data from 296 female respondents, aged in their late teens and early 20s at rural, tertiary educational institutions in Japan, were analyzed. The findings reveal strategies to mitigate menstrual symptoms and situations that restrict travel and advocate for broader research in this field
