World Happiness Report 2025: What Truly Makes People Happy? Julie HowardFebruary 5, 20260447 views The World Happiness Report 2025 compiles subjective assessments of life satisfaction from people around the world and finds that happiness is shaped not only by economic performance, but also by… Read more
Against Global Obesity Trends, Underweight Remains Common Among Young Women in Japan Julie HowardJanuary 3, 20260749 views The proportion of underweight women among Japan’s young female population has remained at around 20% for years, standing in sharp contrast to the global focus on rising obesity rates. OSAKA,… Read more
Japan’s Matcha Industry Confronts Climate-Driven Crisis Julie HowardDecember 11, 202501.1K views As global demand grows, driven by rising interest from international consumers, Japan’s tencha production has been affected by this year’s extreme heat, resulting in reduced yields and quality. With demand… Read more
Feeling Overwhelmed? A Global Healing Trend Is Taking Over Julie HowardNovember 20, 20250454 views As modern life becomes more stressful, conversations and demand surrounding emotional care and stress relief have sharply increased. More people are willing to invest in their well-being, accelerating the healing… Read more
Seafood Without the Sea? Aquaculture Rapidly Becomes Japan’s New Market Mainstream Julie HowardNovember 20, 20250436 views Affected by climate change, declining seaweed beds, and volatile catch volumes, Japan’s seafood supply is undergoing a major shift from wild capture to aquaculture. The rapid expansion of fish farms… Read more
Japan’s Egg Crisis Deepens Amid Rising Prices and Shortages Julie HowardNovember 7, 202501.9K views Japan is currently grappling with a significant surge in egg prices and a severe supply shortage due to recent bird flu outbreaks. As costs continue to escalate and shortages persist,… Read more
Feeling Down? New Study Finds Anime and Anime May Boost Your Mood Julie HowardOctober 23, 202501.1K views The latest scientific research shows that moderate exposure to animated works with gentle storytelling and positive atmospheres, or participation in immersive interactive gaming experiences, can effectively enhance emotional stability and… Read more
Fish on the Menu: Superfood or Silent Threat? Julie HowardOctober 4, 20250426 views Fish have long been an essential source of nutrition supporting Japanese longevity. While enjoying its cultural and health benefits, it is necessary to pay attention to species and portion sizes,… Read more
Vitamin D, Diet, and Exercise Identified as Keys to Healthy Aging Julie HowardSeptember 18, 20250379 views Healthy ageing has become a global concern. In recent years, numerous international studies have shown that nutritional supplementation, dietary patterns, and exercise habits play a role at the cellular and… Read more
Japan’s Sharing Economy Surges Past JPY 3 Trillion, Projected to Reach 14 Trillion by 2030 Julie HowardSeptember 12, 20250407 views Global consumption is shifting from ownership to access, making the sharing economy a future mainstream trend. Spanning transport, housing, and skills, it reflects shifting values and tests existing business and… Read more