53% of Consumers Plan to Buy More Fiber-Rich Foods as Precision Nutrition Reshapes the Global Food Market Julie HowardJuly 23, 20260678 views As global obesity rates continue to rise and consumers become increasingly health-conscious, the global food industry is shifting from emphasising large portions and satiety toward precision nutrition and calorie management.… Read more
Japanese Women Eager to Learn but Face Barriers Ferre KeiraJuly 23, 202602.2K views As artificial intelligence and digital transformation reshape the workplace, lifelong learning has become increasingly important for maintaining career competitiveness. Japan’s latest gender equality report shows that women are more likely… Read more
Japan’s Seniors Show Stronger Desire to Keep Working, Outpacing the U.S., Germany and Sweden Wisdom FridaJuly 21, 202602.3K views Retirement no longer means leaving the workforce. A new Japanese government survey shows that nearly half of people aged 60 and above want to continue working, a higher proportion than… Read more
Japan’s Tourism Boom Drives Land Values Higher as Ski Resort Hakuba Leads Growth with 32.7% Surge Ferre KeiraJuly 16, 202602.1K views Japan’s land prices continue to climb as tourism reshapes regional economies. Latest land valuation data shows nationwide land prices increased 2.9%, with popular ski and tourism destinations emerging as major… Read more
Supermarket Private Labels Gain Momentum in a Changing Retail Landscape Julie HowardJuly 16, 20260483 views Global inflation and changing consumer habits are accelerating the growth of supermarket private labels. Once viewed mainly as low-cost alternatives, private label products are now becoming high-quality choices that allow… Read more
AI Becomes the New Travel Assistant, Transforming How People Plan and Book Trips Julie HowardJuly 16, 20260501 views Historically complex and cumbersome trip planning can now be executed by artificial intelligence within seconds. From recommending destinations to organizing itineraries, AI has emerged as a highly efficient, time-saving, and… Read more
Japan Tourism Spending Hits Record High Amid Labor Shortages Ferre KeiraJuly 16, 202602.2K views Japan welcomed a record 42.68 million international visitors in 2025, while inbound tourism spending approached the ¥10 trillion mark for the first time. As travel demand continues to surge, however,… Read more
Japan’s Heatwave Response and Plastic Reduction Efforts Drive the Rise of the “My Bottle” Culture Among Travelers Ferre KeiraJuly 16, 202602.1K views Japan’s “My Bottle” culture is gaining popularity as rising temperatures and growing environmental awareness encourage residents and travelers to embrace reusable water bottles. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – As global awareness… Read more
Older Consumers Are Driving the Next Wave of Economic Growth Julie HowardJuly 9, 20260638 views As global population ageing accelerates, older adults are emerging as a powerful consumer segment driving demand across healthcare, tourism, culture, technology, and lifestyle services. The longevity economy is expanding, and… Read more
International Students in Japan Hit Record High as Global Japanese Language Learning Surges Ferre KeiraJuly 9, 202602.7K views Global interest in Japan continues to grow. The number of international students in Japan has exceeded 400,000 for the first time, while applicants for the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) have… Read more