Japan’s Matcha Craze Becomes a New Driver of Experiential Tourism Ferre KeiraJanuary 14, 20260786 views Japan’s matcha boom is extending beyond cafés and export markets, increasingly shaping travel trends as foreign visitors seek immersive tea experiences that blend culture, craftsmanship and culinary tourism. TOKYO, JAPAN… Read more
Foreign Tourists Drive Hot Spring Stays Up in Japan; Etiquette Remains Key Ferre KeiraJanuary 3, 20260697 views With record-breaking numbers of foreign tourists visiting Japan, overnight stays in hot spring areas are rebounding. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative reminds tourists to observe proper hot spring etiquette and maintain… Read more
Against Global Obesity Trends, Underweight Remains Common Among Young Women in Japan Julie HowardJanuary 3, 20260848 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
Mochi Safety Alert: Elderly and Visitors Urged to Eat Slowly Ferre KeiraJanuary 3, 20260760 views Mochi is frequently served during the New Year period, but it also poses a hidden risk of choking. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative reminds everyone that January is the peak season… Read more
HPGR Retrofit and Metso Barmac B7150SE VSI Wear Solutions Drive Rettek’s New Market Strategy Business PRDecember 26, 20250471 views HPGR retrofit solutions and Metso Barmac B7150SE VSI wear parts are at the center of a newly announced market expansion strategy by Zigong Rettek New Materials Co., Ltd. (Rettek), a… Read more
Switas Redefines Digital Consultancy with Tailored Innovation and Measurable Growth Solutions Business PRDecember 26, 20250742 views Switas Combines Strategic Consulting and Hands-On Execution to Help Businesses Achieve Sustainable Growth LONDON, UK (MERXWIRE) – Switas, a results-driven digital consultancy firm, is setting new standards in business transformation… Read more
Shootify Becomes the First Product Photography Studio to Combine Real Photography With AI Campaign Imagery Business PRDecember 26, 20250659 views MIAMI, FL (MERXWIRE) – Shootify, a fast-growing U.S.-based product photography studio, has announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind service that combines traditional product photography with artificial intelligence (AI). This innovative… Read more
Flexible Work Goes Global, But Who Truly Benefits? Wisdom FridaDecember 25, 20250489 views Flexible working hours are increasingly seen as a solution for the future of work, yet they are also quietly drawing new dividing lines. When such arrangements cannot be used equally,… Read more
Japan Moves Toward LED Lighting as Fluorescent Lamp Limits Begin Ferre KeiraDecember 18, 202502.5K views Japan will restrict mercury-containing fluorescent lamps starting in 2026, and the Kanto Smart Living Cooperative is urging the public to plan ahead and gradually replace them with LED lighting. TOKYO,… Read more
Rising Food Prices in Japan Put Pressure on Year-End and New Year Holiday Meals Ferre KeiraDecember 12, 20250463 views With food prices hitting record highs, Japanese families face tight budgets for Christmas and New Year meals. The Kanto Smart Living Cooperative advises taking advantage of supermarket discounts, buying essentials… Read more