Japan’s Supermarket Ready-Made Meals Hit Record High Ferre KeiraFebruary 5, 202602.3K views Japan’s ready-made meal market has surpassed ¥11 trillion, indicating rising consumer demand. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative advises consumers to consider both convenience and product shelf life. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) –… Read more
Against Global Obesity Trends, Underweight Remains Common Among Young Women in Japan Julie HowardJanuary 3, 20260848 views The proportion of underweight women among Japan’s young female population has remained at around 20% for years, standing in sharp contrast to the global focus on rising obesity rates. OSAKA,… Read more
Mochi Safety Alert: Elderly and Visitors Urged to Eat Slowly Ferre KeiraJanuary 3, 20260760 views Mochi is frequently served during the New Year period, but it also poses a hidden risk of choking. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative reminds everyone that January is the peak season… Read more
Rising Food Prices in Japan Put Pressure on Year-End and New Year Holiday Meals Ferre KeiraDecember 12, 20250462 views With food prices hitting record highs, Japanese families face tight budgets for Christmas and New Year meals. The Kanto Smart Living Cooperative advises taking advantage of supermarket discounts, buying essentials… Read more
Japan’s Matcha Industry Confronts Climate-Driven Crisis Julie HowardDecember 11, 202501.2K views As global demand grows, driven by rising interest from international consumers, Japan’s tencha production has been affected by this year’s extreme heat, resulting in reduced yields and quality. With demand… Read more
Seafood Without the Sea? Aquaculture Rapidly Becomes Japan’s New Market Mainstream Julie HowardNovember 20, 20250614 views Affected by climate change, declining seaweed beds, and volatile catch volumes, Japan’s seafood supply is undergoing a major shift from wild capture to aquaculture. The rapid expansion of fish farms… Read more
Solo Hot Pots Boil Over in Japan: Inflation and Changing Lifestyles Drive a New Dining Trend Ferre KeiraNovember 7, 20250631 views The hot pot craze in Japan is surging again this winter, with inflation and the rise in solo living driving demand for individual hot pots. From supermarkets to chain restaurants,… Read more
Japanese Miso Exports Hit Record High — Guess Which Country Is the Biggest Importer? Ferre KeiraNovember 7, 20250706 views Japanese miso exports hit a record high, with the US remaining the largest export destination. While miso is experiencing a global craze, other traditional fermented foods face the crisis of… Read more
Fish on the Menu: Superfood or Silent Threat? Julie HowardOctober 4, 20250482 views Fish have long been an essential source of nutrition supporting Japanese longevity. While enjoying its cultural and health benefits, it is necessary to pay attention to species and portion sizes,… Read more
Vitamin D, Diet, and Exercise Identified as Keys to Healthy Aging Julie HowardSeptember 18, 20250414 views Healthy ageing has become a global concern. In recent years, numerous international studies have shown that nutritional supplementation, dietary patterns, and exercise habits play a role at the cellular and… Read more