Japan Post Sees Record Decline in New Year Postcard Circulation, Launches Gift-Integrated Services to Boost Sales EDITORNovember 14, 202401.3K views The price of postcards rised to 85 yen, and Japan Post’s New Year’s postcard issuance has dropped by 25% from last year, a record drop in the number of issuances.… Read more
Meditate every day to regain focus and a good mood EDITORNovember 14, 202401.3K views According to a survey by the WHO, as many as 300 million people worldwide suffer from depression. In Taiwan, more than 2 million people suffer from this disease, of which 1.25 million are severe depression patients, which seriously affects their work and life. Experts suggest we might try meditating to regulate our emotions. Read more
A Daily Serving of Pistachios Protects Eyes and Slows Aging EDITORNovember 14, 202401.1K views Pistachios are rich in antioxidants, especially lutein and zeaxanthin, which are known to protect eyes from blue light damage and reduce the risk of macular degeneration. NEW YORK, NY (Merxwire)… Read more
Eating Less Sugar and More Fruit is Good for Health EDITORNovember 3, 202401K views Some people turn to sweets to relieve stress when they feel tired or depressed, so sugary drinks, desserts, and cookies have become daily staples for many people, but they harm health. These include diabetes, obesity, tooth decay, anxiety, and poorer sleep. It’s time to start implementing a sugar-reduced lifestyle. Read more
Kyoto Anticipates Record Hotel Occupancy as Maple Viewing Season Draws Crowds and Night Tours Flourish EDITOROctober 31, 202401.6K views November is maple viewing season in Kyoto City, and the hotel occupancy rate is expected to reach 89.5%, a record high. TOKYO, JAPAN (Merxwire) – According to the August monthly… Read more
Japan Strawberry Season is Coming, and Eating Strawberries Daily can Protect Heart Health EDITOROctober 31, 202401.1K views Scientific research shows that strawberries can promote cardiometabolic health, reduce cholesterol and inflammation, and delay cognitive decline, making them suitable for daily consumption. TOKYO, JAPAN (Merxwire) – As Japan’s strawberry… Read more
Japan Proposes New Guidelines to Reduce Restaurant Food Waste by Encouraging Safe Leftover Takeaways EDITOROctober 24, 202402.4K views Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare has developed specific guidelines, calling people to take leftovers home to reduce food waste. TOKYO, JAPAN (Merxwire) – In Japan, restaurant leftovers are… Read more
Bear Enter the Japanese City, It may Take over Cities by 2050 EDITOROctober 23, 202401.7K views Japan has been suffering from a bear crisis in recent years. The area where bears are active has rapidly increased to 60% of the country. Even residents in cities have witnessed bears. Scholars believe that if appropriate measures are not taken, cities may be overrun by wild bears by 2050. Read more
New Research Shows Coffee May Improve Cardiovascular Health EDITOROctober 21, 20240922 views Moderate caffeine intake can promote the regeneration of endothelial cells, which helps maintain and repair blood vessel walls. Therefore, scientists believe that caffeine may have a potential protective effect on… Read more
Touch Screen Ordering Influences Consumer Choice in Conveyor Belt Sushi Restaurants EDITOROctober 17, 202401.5K views A consumer survey found that one-quarter of the public considers “order food using a touch screen” a factor in choosing a conveyor belt sushi restaurant, highlighting consumers’ acceptance of the… Read more