Southeast Asian Arrivals Surge as Visitors from 17 Countries Hit Record High in Japan Ferre KeiraFebruary 26, 202601.8K views Although the number of Chinese travelers to Japan is declining, the country’s inbound tourism market is undergoing a notable shift. In January, visitors from 17 countries reached record highs, with… Read more
Frozen Food Usage in Japan Shows Slight Increase Amid Rising Prices Ferre KeiraFebruary 26, 202601.8K views A 2025 survey by the Japan Frozen Food Association shows a slight rise in frozen food usage. The main factors were rising prices for fresh vegetables and convenience. TOKYO, JAPAN… Read more
Global Museums See Strong Rebound as Visitor Numbers Near Pre-Pandemic Levels Julie HowardFebruary 26, 20260191 views With the normalisation of global cross-border travel, museum attendance saw a significant resurgence in 2025. Iconic institutions, such as the Musée du Louvre, have regained the 9-million-visitor milestone, with cultural… Read more
Generative AI Lowers Creative Barriers, Accelerating the Rise of Smart Instruments Julie HowardFebruary 26, 2026092 views With the rise of generative AI music tools, music composition can be completed simply by inputting commands, lowering the barrier to music creation and changing the direction of the musical… Read more
Hamamatsu Tops Japan in Household Gyoza Spending for Third Consecutive Year Ferre KeiraFebruary 25, 202602.1K views Hamamatsu City tops Japan in household gyoza spending for 2025, marking its third consecutive year as the nation’s favorite gyoza city. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – According to the latest household… Read more
Increased Risk of Snow Melting Disasters: Tourists in Japan Must Be Vigilant Ferre KeiraFebruary 25, 202602K views Rising snowmelt in Japan increases the risk of slips and avalanches. Travelers should stay cautious, especially in mountains and icy areas. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – As winter draws to a… Read more
Winter Bathing Drowning Risk Rises in Japan, Elderly Death Toll Three Times Higher Than Traffic Accidents Bertram ClarkFebruary 12, 202602.3K views Experts and Consumer Aesthetics and Cultural Tourism Society are urging both seniors and overseas visitors to exercise caution when enjoying Japanese-style baths and hot springs during winter, warning that sudden… Read more
Foreign Workers in Japan Hit Record High, Accounting for 4.1% of Total Workforce Ferre KeiraFebruary 5, 20260124 views Japan’s ongoing demographic decline continues to reshape its labor market, with the number of foreign workers reaching a record 2.57 million. Labor-intensive industries such as manufacturing and services remain the… Read more
Global Internet Growth Ushers in a New Phase of Digital Competition Julie HowardFebruary 5, 20260145 views As the global share of internet users continues to rise, demand for artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and real-time data services is expanding in parallel. Data centres and cloud infrastructure… Read more
Record Snowfall Paralyzes Hokkaido Transport, Travelers Urged to Prepare Sheila NellyFebruary 5, 20260149 views Hokkaido faces record-breaking snowfall, paralyzing transport and stranding travelers. Visitors are advised to monitor flights, check local traffic, and dress warmly. HOKKAIDO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Hokkaido experienced record-breaking snowfall on… Read more