Cash Is Still King, But Japan’s Going More Digital EDITORJune 12, 20250663 views Expo 2025 Osaka’s cashless payment system reflects global trends in digital finance, underscoring Japan’s gradual shift toward a more digitally driven consumer economy. LOS ANGELES, CA (MERXWIRE) – You won’t… Read more
Deepfake Fraud Surges Over 2,000% Amid AI-Driven Scam Wave EDITORJune 5, 20250531 views AI-driven deepfake fraud is rapidly increasing, threatening global financial security. Recent data show a sharp rise in sophisticated scams, highlighting the urgent need for stronger prevention by governments, industries, and… Read more
Japan’s Beloved White Rice Faces Record Prices Amid Tourism Boom EDITORJune 5, 20250719 views The resurgence of tourism in Japan has led to a sharp increase in white rice consumption. To meet the high demand for high-quality meals, many local restaurants and accommodation operators… Read more
How an Animated Film Generates Hundreds of Millions of Dollars in Revenue EDITORMay 29, 202501.1K views Japanese animated films have evolved from cultural products into powerful economic engines. From the 40 billion yen box office success of Demon Slayer: Mugen Train to the tourism boom sparked… Read more
Sitting Too Long? Moving Every 30 Minutes Can Keep You Healthier EDITORMay 23, 20250710 views Prolonged sitting is no longer just a lifestyle habit—it significantly affects longevity and health. Research shows that extended sedentary behaviour substantially raises the risks of heart disease and death, and… Read more
Japan’s Capsule Toy Market Booms, Set to Expand Further in 2025 EDITORMay 15, 202501.7K views Japan’s capsule toy market is booming, attracting not just children but also adults and tourists. Rapid store and product growth and expansion into local cities have become a new highlight… Read more
Macau Q1 GDP Falls 1.3 Percent as Economy Stays 15 Percent Below Pre-Pandemic Level EDITORMay 10, 20250946 views MACAU, CHINA (MERXWIRE) – Macau’s economy shrank slightly in the first quarter of 2024, according to new data released in early May by the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). The… Read more
Hong Kong Tops Global Living Cost Rankings Amid Rising Inflation and Soaring Consumer Prices EDITORMay 8, 202501.2K views Hong Kong faces growing scrutiny over its high cost of living, with inflation on the rise and daily expenses—from food to housing—placing increasing pressure on residents and tourists alike. HONG… Read more
Japanese Films Broke Box Office Records in 2024 as Animation Dominates and Foreign Films Decline EDITORMay 8, 202501.5K views In 2024, box office revenue for Japanese-made films hit a new high, with anime becoming the leading force in the market, while foreign films continued to perform poorly. TOKYO, JAPAN… Read more
The Rise of FIRE: How Generation Z Is Redefining Retirement EDITORMay 8, 202501K views The FIRE trend is sweeping through Generation Z, with young people aiming for financial independence by reducing expenses, increasing income, and investing to accumulate wealth for early retirement. SEATTLE, WA… Read more