Japan Foreign Population Tops 4 Million as Driver License Rules Tighten Julie HowardJune 18, 20260421 views After Japan’s registered foreign resident population exceeded 4 million, the government strengthened regulatory oversight, significantly increasing the difficulty of the foreign driver’s license conversion examination. OSAKA, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) –Japan is… Read more
Japan Tourism Shifts from Shopping to Experience-Based Travel Ferre KeiraJune 4, 202602.3K views As inbound tourism continues to recover, Japan’s tourism consumption has reached a new record high, with both shopping and experience-based spending increasing. The shift indicates that visitor spending patterns are… Read more
Fashion Intelligence Hosts Taiwan AIoT Showcase in Kuala Lumpur, Expands Malaysia Partnership Network Audrey HazelJune 4, 20260407 views KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA (MERXWIRE) – Hosted by Fashion Intelligence Co., Ltd., the “Taiwan AIoT Solutions Showcase — Channel Matching Event” was successfully concluded at Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral. The event… Read more
“2026 Yehliu Night Tours: See the Queen’s Head Illuminated at Night” Open June 28, Discounted Tickets on Sale June 1 Business PRJune 1, 20260371 views NEW TAIPEI CITY, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – Organized by the North Coast & Guanyinshan National Scenic Area Headquarters, Tourism Administration, MOTC., the annual “2026 Yehliu Night Tours: See the Queen’s Head… Read more
Japan Water Bottle and Lunch Box Sales Rise as “Self-Catering” Lifestyle Gains Momentum Ferre KeiraMay 28, 202602K views Amid rising living costs, Japanese consumers are increasingly changing their spending habits, with self-carried water bottles and homemade lunches becoming a growing trend. Both market sales and search interest are… Read more
Japan’s Growing Interest in Gig Work Pushes Potential Workforce to 14 Million Ferre KeiraMay 28, 202602.6K views As prices continue to rise and minimum wages increase across Japan, more people are showing interest in taking on gig and short-term jobs to supplement their income. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… Read more
His Holiness Lung-Chueh Guru of Bhutan Brings Blessings to Children from Taipei School for the Visually Impaired during Mother’s Day Gratitude Month Wisdom FridaMay 16, 20260482 views Over 500 Attendees Moved by Spiritual Songs and Illuminated by Hope and Love. TAIPEI, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – Heavenly Holy Hills Association hosted today the “Heart & Soul Blessing Concert” at… Read more
Japan’s Child Population Declines for 45th Consecutive Year, Reshaping Toy and Childcare Markets Ferre KeiraMay 14, 202602K views Japan’s demographic challenges continue to deepen as the population of children aged 15 and under has fallen for the 45th consecutive year, reaching a record low. With birth rates remaining… Read more
Rising Prices Mask Weak Demand in Japan Confectionery Market Ferre KeiraMay 14, 202602.2K views Japan’s confectionery market continues to post steady retail growth, but production volumes have been declining for consecutive years. Rising prices and cost pressures are reducing purchasing volumes, signaling a structural… Read more
Unmanned Stores Rapidly Expand Across Japan, From Chains to Independent Businesses Ferre KeiraMay 7, 202602.5K views Amid labor shortages and rising personnel costs, unmanned stores are rapidly gaining ground in Japan. From large retail chains to independently operated shops, businesses across industries are adopting this new… Read more