Short, High-Frequency Travel Emerges as a New Trend Among Younger Generations Julie HowardMarch 12, 20260597 views With borders reopening and international flight networks fully recovering, the tourism market is undergoing a structural transformation. Younger generations are no longer fixated on taking long annual vacations; instead, they… Read more
Japan Promotes “100-Year Food” Program to Preserve Regional Culinary Traditions Ferre KeiraMarch 12, 202602.1K views Japan’s Agency for Cultural Affairs is promoting the “100-Year Food” program to preserve and pass down regional food traditions that have been maintained within local communities for generations. TOKYO, JAPAN… Read more
Taiwan Among Asia’s Freest Economies, Second Only to Singapore Julie HowardMarch 12, 20260367 views Taiwan has emerged as a global leader in economic freedom: according to the 2026 Index of Economic Freedom released by the Heritage Foundation, Taiwan delivered a strong performance, ranking 5th… Read more
Japan’s Decaffeinated Coffee Imports Hit Record High Ferre KeiraMarch 5, 202602.3K views Amid rising health awareness and the continued popularity of coffee culture, Japan’s decaffeinated coffee imports reached 5,632 tons in 2025, setting a new all-time high. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Driven… Read more
Passwords Are Changing: Why Length Now Beats Complexity Julie HowardMarch 5, 20260834 views Passwords are not necessarily more secure when they are more complex. In recent years, cybersecurity guidance has increasingly favoured a length-first approach, recommending the use of three meaningful yet uncommon… Read more
Japan’s Agricultural and Food Exports Hit Record High for 13th Straight Year Ferre KeiraMarch 5, 202602.1K views Japan’s agricultural and food exports rose 12.8% year-on-year to a record ¥1.7 trillion in 2025, marking the 13th consecutive annual increase, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries… Read more
Beyond Tourism, More Than 50 Countries Have Introduced Dedicated Digital Nomad Visas Julie HowardMarch 5, 20260557 views More countries are introducing digital nomad visas and long-term residency options, giving workers greater flexibility in where they choose to live and work. SEATTLE, WA (MERXWIRE) – Working while travelling… Read more
Vietnam’s Fruit and Vegetable Exports Surge Past $8.5 Billion, Record High Ferre KeiraMarch 5, 202602K views According to statistics from the Vietnam Customs Department, Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports exceeded $8.5 billion in 2025, up 19.8% from the previous year, setting a new record and highlighting… Read more
Southeast Asian Arrivals Surge as Visitors from 17 Countries Hit Record High in Japan Ferre KeiraFebruary 26, 202602K 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, 202602K 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