Used Smartphone Sales in Japan Hit Record High as Inflation Drives Demand Ferre KeiraNovember 13, 202501.8K views Soaring inflation and communication costs have fueled a boom in the used mobile phone market, with sales hitting record highs. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative reminds consumers to pay attention to… Read more
Solo Hot Pots Boil Over in Japan: Inflation and Changing Lifestyles Drive a New Dining Trend Ferre KeiraNovember 7, 20250629 views The hot pot craze in Japan is surging again this winter, with inflation and the rise in solo living driving demand for individual hot pots. From supermarkets to chain restaurants,… Read more
Japanese Miso Exports Hit Record High — Guess Which Country Is the Biggest Importer? Ferre KeiraNovember 7, 20250705 views Japanese miso exports hit a record high, with the US remaining the largest export destination. While miso is experiencing a global craze, other traditional fermented foods face the crisis of… Read more
Travelers Urged to Check Bear Maps as Sightings Spread from Mountains to Cities Across Japan Ferre KeiraOctober 25, 202501.3K views Bear attacks are common in Japan. The Kanto Smart Living Cooperative reminds travelers to check bear-sighting information before departure and to avoid high-risk times and areas. Being prepared ensures safe… Read more
Tokyo’s AI-Powered Matchmaking App Connects Hundreds as Japan Tackles Declining Birthrate Ferre KeiraOctober 4, 202501.5K views In response to Japan’s falling birthrate, Tokyo launched its official matchmaking app, TOKYO Enmusubi, in 2024, using AI to pair compatible singles. With nearly 300 couples matched, the Kanto Smart… Read more
Japan’s Iconic First Sales Postponed to January 3, 2026 Ferre KeiraOctober 4, 202505.6K views Kanto Smart Living Cooperative reminds travelers that many Japanese department stores have postponed their Hatsuuri sales to January 3. Check store hours before planning your trip to avoid disappointment. TOKYO,… Read more
Amid Driver Crisis, Japan Turns to International Workers and Delivery Adjustments to Keep Services Running Ferre KeiraSeptember 20, 20250688 views Japan’s truck and bus driver shortage is disrupting logistics and public transport, prompting convenience stores and transportation firms to adjust delivery schedules and recruit international workers. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) –… Read more
Japan’s Furusato Tax Donations Hit Record ¥1.27 Trillion in FY2024, Takarazuka City Tops List Ferre KeiraSeptember 12, 202501.1K views Japan’s Furusato Tax donations hit a record ¥1.27 trillion in FY2024. Takarazuka City ranked first with ¥25.668 billion, mainly from two major hospital donations, while popular rewards like seafood and… Read more
Hotel Prices Surge in Japan, Lawson’s 24-Hour “RV Park” Offers Affordable Alternative Ferre KeiraSeptember 12, 20250466 views As Japan’s hotel rates hit record highs, Lawson convenience stores launch “RV Park” services, offering overnight parking with toilets and amenities, giving travelers a cheaper, more flexible option than traditional… Read more
Record Heatstroke Cases in Japan as “Road-Related” Incidents Rise Sharply Ferre KeiraAugust 29, 202501.1K views The number of people hospitalized for heatstroke in Japan has reached a new high, with the proportion of road-related heatstroke cases rising year by year. Experts urge commuters to take… Read more