Japan’s Child Population Declines for 45th Consecutive Year, Reshaping Toy and Childcare Markets Ferre KeiraMay 15, 202601.8K views Japan’s demographic challenges continue to deepen as the population of children aged 15 and under has fallen for the 45th consecutive year, reaching a record low. With birth rates remaining… Read more
Kyoto’s Traditional Crafts Shine as Duty-Free Sales Soar, Reflecting Strong Interest from Overseas Tourists EDITORNovember 21, 202401.4K views Duty-free sales at Kyoto department stores have increased significantly, and traditional handicrafts have become one of the leading sales items. KYOTO, JAPAN (Merxwire) – According to the September report of… Read more
Touch Screen Ordering Influences Consumer Choice in Conveyor Belt Sushi Restaurants EDITOROctober 17, 202401.4K 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
Japan’s Hotel Battle: Luxurious Breakfast Becomes a Key Selling Point EDITOROctober 3, 202402K views Japan’s tourism sector is booming, with visitors spending an average of 150,000 yen per person, a significant portion of which goes to accommodation. As hotels compete to attract international tourists,… Read more
iPhone 16 Launch Boom, Purchasing Power of Various Countries Revealed EDITOROctober 3, 202403.2K views Apple iPhone 16 went on sale on September 20. Poland’s famous price comparison website also released the latest statistics, estimating the ability of the average salary in fifty countries to purchase this new phone. The country with the highest purchasing power is Switzerland, which only needs 4 days of work to buy a new iPhone. The country with the poorest purchasing power is Turkey, which needs 72.9 days of work to be able to buy it. Read more
Convenience Store Proximity: A Key Factor in Residential Decisions in Japan EDITORApril 25, 202401.4K views Nearly a quarter of Japanese individuals, approximately 23.6%, frequent convenience stores daily. Real estate experts emphasize the pivotal role of proximity to convenience stores in residential choices for many home… Read more
Matcha Exports Hit a New High. Which Five Countries Drink Japanese Tea the Most? EDITORApril 17, 202403.3K views In 2023, Japan’s tea exports will increase by 33.3% over the previous year, reaching a record high of 29.2 billion yen, of which “powder tea” will increase by 46.7%, indicating… Read more
Black Friday Boosts Online Shopping Amidst Sluggish Retail Performance in the USA EDITORDecember 2, 202301.7K views After COVID-19 subsided, business and tourism exchanges became more frequent, U.S. consumer confidence gradually recovered, and consumer spending increased significantly. However, retail sales began to decline in October. On the contrary, the online shopping market has grown significantly due to the Black Friday shopping trend. Read more
EU Demands Prepaid Waste Disposal in Fast Fashion EDITOROctober 10, 202301.5K views Sometimes you will need different styles of clothes and shoes to match your identity. In addition to showing yourself, you also show respect for the occasion you are attending. Therefore, fast fashion brands with diverse styles have been popular around the world for a long time, but they have also caused many environmental controversies. According to EU statistics, each person throws away 12 kilograms of clothes and shoes every year, causing serious environmental disasters. Read more
The Japanese Animation Market is the World Leader, and Anime Market Reached 2.74 Trillion Yen EDITORAugust 19, 202302.4K views According to Anime Industry Report 2022, The 2021 Anime Market Reached 2.74 Trillion Yen, 113.3% of the previous year—the overseas market account for the most significant revenue, promoting the global… Read more