Society & Culture

Kanto Smart Living Cooperative says secondhand clothing is becoming an increasingly popular choice among Japan’s younger generation, as consumers move away from simply “following trends” toward expressing their individuality. Known …

As Japan faces another summer of extreme heat, convenience stores have become more than just places to shop. With extensive nationwide coverage and a wide range of daily services, they …

As global population ageing accelerates, older adults are emerging as a powerful consumer segment driving demand across healthcare, tourism, culture, technology, and lifestyle services. The longevity economy is expanding, and …

The 2026 Global Peace Index indicates that the global peace environment continues to deteriorate. In addition to conflicts reaching record levels, the nature of warfare is also being transformed by …

Tokyo-area new housing prices continued to rise, with May average prices up 13.5% year-on-year, marking the third-highest level on record. Despite three consecutive years of significant wage increases, salary growth …

As food prices continue to rise, Japanese consumers are increasingly focused on saving on daily expenses. Every evening, supermarkets across the country roll out discounts on boxed meals, sushi, and …

After Japan’s registered foreign resident population exceeded 4 million, the government strengthened regulatory oversight, significantly increasing the difficulty of the foreign driver’s license conversion examination. OSAKA, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) –Japan is …

After Japan’s registered foreign resident population exceeded 4 million, the government strengthened regulatory oversight, significantly increasing the difficulty of the foreign driver’s license conversion examination. OSAKA, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) –Japan is …

The 2026 World Press Freedom Index shows that global press freedom continues to deteriorate, with the average score hitting a 25-year low. More than half of the countries are classified …

Japan’s birth rate and number of births have both fallen to record lows, with annual births dropping to around 670,000, nearly 15 years ahead of government projections. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) …