Japan Hot Spring Boom Continues as Global Search Interest Hits New High Ferre KeiraMarch 26, 202602K views Global interest in Japan’s hot spring culture is surging once again, with Google Trends data showing that searches for “Japan hot spring” peaked in February, highlighting renewed international attention. TOKYO,… Read more
Baseball’s Business Is Growing Beyond the Ballpark Julie HowardMarch 26, 20260298 views From the cheer economy and player card collectables market to multifunctional ballpark spaces, the baseball industry is reshaping fan spending through cross-sector integration, driving greater diversification and stronger engagement. TAIPEI,… Read more
Streaming and Data as the New Frontier of Baseball Consumer Spending Julie HowardMarch 26, 20260235 views Following the record-breaking viewership of the 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC), a fundamental shift in consumer behaviour has emerged among baseball fans. Spending is shifting from one-off stadium ticket purchases… Read more
Global Coffee Boom: The Market Expected to Surpass $380 Billion by 2033 Derrick SmithMarch 26, 20260504 views With around 500 billion cups consumed each year—more than 2 billion per day—the global coffee market is thriving, and demand is set to drive its value from $249.3 billion in 2025… 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, 20260565 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
Consumer Polarization Deepens in Japan as Experiential Spending Gains Momentum Ferre KeiraMarch 26, 202602K views Amid rising prices, frugality is spreading among consumers in Japan. At the same time, spending is becoming increasingly polarized, with more people prioritizing personal interests and experiences. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… 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, 20260209 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