Japan Foreign Population Tops 4 Million as Driver License Rules Tighten Julie HowardJune 23, 20260341 views 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… Read more
Reporters Without Borders: Global Press Freedom Index Falls to Its Lowest Level in 25 Years Derrick SmithJune 18, 20260652 views 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… Read more
Japan’s Births Hit Record Low, 15 Years Ahead of Forecasts Ferre KeiraJune 4, 202602K views 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)… Read more
Fashion Intelligence Hosts Taiwan AIoT Showcase in Kuala Lumpur, Expands Malaysia Partnership Network Audrey HazelJune 4, 20260361 views KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA (MERXWIRE) – Hosted by Fashion Intelligence Co., Ltd., the “Taiwan AIoT Solutions Showcase — Channel Matching Event” was successfully concluded at Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral. The event… Read more
Kmazon GEO Model Drives Tourism Growth and Expands Online Employment Opportunities Across the Middle East Business PRJune 1, 20260368 views Kmazon Inc. continues to advance Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), helping industries adapt to the AI era while supporting tourism development and digital workforce participation worldwide. DENVER, CO (MERXWIRE) – As… Read more
“2026 Yehliu Night Tours: See the Queen’s Head Illuminated at Night” Open June 28, Discounted Tickets on Sale June 1 Business PRJune 1, 20260335 views NEW TAIPEI CITY, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – Organized by the North Coast & Guanyinshan National Scenic Area Headquarters, Tourism Administration, MOTC., the annual “2026 Yehliu Night Tours: See the Queen’s Head… Read more
Japan Water Bottle and Lunch Box Sales Rise as “Self-Catering” Lifestyle Gains Momentum Ferre KeiraMay 28, 202602K views Amid rising living costs, Japanese consumers are increasingly changing their spending habits, with self-carried water bottles and homemade lunches becoming a growing trend. Both market sales and search interest are… Read more
Japan’s Growing Interest in Gig Work Pushes Potential Workforce to 14 Million Ferre KeiraMay 28, 202602.5K views As prices continue to rise and minimum wages increase across Japan, more people are showing interest in taking on gig and short-term jobs to supplement their income. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… Read more
Over 40% of Western and Australian Tourists Try Beauty Services in Japan, Survey Finds Ferre KeiraMay 28, 202602.1K views A recent survey shows that more than 40% of travelers from Europe, North America, and Australia have used beauty-related services in Japan, with “cleanliness and hygiene” and “Japanese techniques” receiving… Read more
Japan’s Child Population Declines for 45th Consecutive Year, Reshaping Toy and Childcare Markets Sheila NellyMay 14, 202602.1K 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