Convenience Economy Drives Growth in Ready-to-Eat Foods Market Seen at $700 Billion by 2034 Derrick SmithApril 17, 20260590 views Driven by a growing working population and increasingly fast-paced lifestyles, demand for ready-to-eat foods continues to rise, expanding overall market size. International market research firms estimate that the global market… Read more
Japan Food Exports Hit Record High as Beef and Green Tea Drive Growth Ferre KeiraApril 16, 202602.1K views Japan’s agricultural and food exports continue to grow steadily, with beef, green tea, and sake rapidly emerging as new drivers of overall export expansion. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – According to… Read more
Second-hand Products Market Booms: Projected to Reach $1 Trillion by 2035 Derrick SmithApril 16, 20260772 views Fueled by inflation pressures and sustainability concerns, demand in the Second-hand Products Market continues to rise. Market research indicates that the global second-hand goods market was valued at approximately $186… Read more
Rents Are Not the Highest, But Taiwan’s Housing Burden Is Heavier Julie HowardApril 16, 20260951 views Although rental prices in Taiwan are not among the highest globally, the housing burden is disproportionately heavy. Rental pressure has increasingly become a key driver behind the rising cost of… Read more
Japan Bento Trend: Over 80% Bring Homemade Lunches, Male Participation Rises Ferre KeiraApril 16, 202602K views A latest survey shows that the proportion of people in Japan preparing their own bento lunches continues to climb, reaching a record high. The trend reflects noticeable changes in lunch… Read more
2026 Cost of Living Rankings Released Taiwan Overtakes Japan Julie HowardApril 16, 202601.1K views As expenses for dining, housing, and daily consumption continue to rise, Taiwan’s cost of living is rapidly converging with Japan’s. According to the latest international data and academic studies, by… Read more
Capsule Toy Craze Continues in Japan, Over 60% Try Their Luck Monthly Ferre KeiraApril 16, 202602K views From capsule machines to blind boxes and character lotteries, Japan’s “random merchandise” trend remains strong, with more than 60% of consumers making at least one purchase per month. TOKYO, JAPAN… Read more
Japan Domestic Air Travel Hits Record High, Surpasses 111 Million Passengers in 2025 Ferre KeiraApril 9, 202602.1K views Japan’s domestic aviation market has fully recovered, with record passenger numbers in 2025 driven by tourism and business travel, signaling a new phase of growth. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Japan’s… Read more
Global Salary Rankings Show Switzerland First with Singapore Leading Asia Derrick SmithApril 9, 20260614 views Global Salary Rankings: Europe and North America occupy most of the top positions, while Asia is led by Singapore, reflecting the disparity in economic strength and average income. TAIPEI, TAIWAN… Read more
Japan’s Natto Exports Triple as Global Demand Continues to Rise Ferre KeiraApril 9, 202602.1K views As Japan’s tourism industry rebounds and global health awareness grows, natto is rapidly expanding into international markets. Export volumes have reached record highs, highlighting the global appeal of this traditional… Read more