Japan Pushes Contactless Delivery Policy; Aims for 50% Usage by 2030 Ferre KeiraApril 2, 202601.9K views To address labor shortages and rising delivery demand, the Japanese government has approved the “Logistics Policy Outline,” accelerating the adoption of contactless delivery methods such as “placement delivery” and targeting… Read more
Japan Land Prices Rise for Fifth Consecutive Year Amid Strong Urban Housing Demand Ferre KeiraApril 2, 202601.9K views Japan’s latest land price survey shows nationwide land values have risen for the fifth consecutive year, with urban housing demand keeping the real estate market active—particularly in Tokyo and Osaka.… Read more
Foreign Resident Population in Japan Hits Record High, Surpasses 4 Million in 2025 Ferre KeiraApril 2, 202602K views Driven by rising labor demand and expanded visa programs, the number of foreign residents in Japan exceeded 4 million for the first time at the end of 2025. TOKYO, JAPAN… Read more
Global Cost of Living Rankings 2026: Bermuda Tops the List! Derrick SmithApril 2, 20260565 views The 2026 Cost of Living Index shows Bermuda firmly in first place with a score of 135.8. The top 10 is largely dominated by island regions and high-income European countries,… Read more
Japan Convenience Stores Hit Record Sales, but Face Declining Foot Traffic and Price Pressures Ferre KeiraMarch 26, 202602K views Japan’s convenience store industry has recorded its highest-ever sales, but is facing declining customer traffic, as rising prices and shifting consumer behavior present growing challenges. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) -Japan’s convenience… Read more
Desserts Become Luxury Goods! Cocoa Price Surge Pushes Chocolate into High-Cost Era Derrick SmithMarch 26, 20260550 views According to Statista, cocoa prices stayed between $2 and $3/kg from 2016, rose to $7.33 in 2024, and are estimated to peak at $8 in 2025. Prices may drop slightly… Read more
Global Food Prices End a Five-Month Decline, While Wheat Prices Rose Against the Trend by 1.8% in February Julie HowardMarch 19, 20260204 views Amid mounting pressure from geopolitical tensions and rising energy costs, the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) reported that global wheat prices increased by 1.8% month over… Read more
Brown Rice Gains Popularity for Health Benefits; Online Searches Up 24% Over the Past Decade Ferre KeiraMarch 19, 202601.9K views The trend toward healthier eating is driving renewed interest in brown rice. According to Japan’s Brown Rice Food White Paper 2025, online searches for brown rice have increased by 24%… Read more
Tokyo’s Ideal Residential Areas Shift to Suburbs as Rising Prices Change Housing Choices Ferre KeiraMarch 19, 202601.9K views As Tokyo’s housing prices continue to rise, popular rental and home-buying locations are moving from the city center to more affordable, convenient suburban areas. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – According to… Read more
A Decade of Gains Gold Prices Climb 300% Safe Haven Status in Focus Derrick SmithMarch 19, 20260431 views Dubbed the “King of Safe Havens,” gold has experienced price fluctuations over the past decade but has maintained a steady upward trend. From around $1,050 per ounce in early 2016,… Read more