Global Birth Rates Decline as Births Fall 8.6% Over the Past Decade Derrick SmithMarch 19, 202601.3K views Over the past decade, global births have declined by approximately 8.6%. This structural shift is gradually weakening future labor supply and economic momentum. TAIPEI, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – The global population… Read more
Japan Promotes “100-Year Food” Program to Preserve Regional Culinary Traditions Ferre KeiraMarch 12, 202602.3K views Japan’s Agency for Cultural Affairs is promoting the “100-Year Food” program to preserve and pass down regional food traditions that have been maintained within local communities for generations. TOKYO, JAPAN… Read more
Rising Costs and Waste Shadow Japan’s Setsubun Ehomaki Tradition Sheila NellyFebruary 5, 20260457 views Rising prices and food waste concerns shadow Japan’s Setsubun ehomaki tradition. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative urges consumers to pre-order, share, and buy responsibly. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – As Japan’s New… Read more
Japan Tourism Hits Record as Foreign Visitors Exceed 40 Million Harry ErnestFebruary 5, 20260884 views Japan’s tourism sector has reached a historic milestone, as international visitor arrivals surged past 40 million in 2025, setting a new annual record and highlighting the country’s growing appeal as… Read more
The Era of Unmanned Stores: Self-Checkout Becomes Mainstream in Japan Ferre KeiraFebruary 5, 20260954 views Labor shortages and rising wages are driving Japan’s shift to self-checkout and unmanned stores, making automated shopping an increasingly common part of daily life. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Structural issues… Read more
World Economic Forum Warns of Growing Uncertainty in Global Outlook Julie HowardFebruary 5, 20260393 views A recent international survey indicates that global economic and social risks are on the rise. The interplay of economic confrontation, social polarisation, and environmental challenges is impacting prices, employment, and… Read more
World Happiness Report 2025: What Truly Makes People Happy? Julie HowardFebruary 5, 20260541 views The World Happiness Report 2025 compiles subjective assessments of life satisfaction from people around the world and finds that happiness is shaped not only by economic performance, but also by… Read more
Goodbye Kirakira Names: Japan Cracks Down on Overly Creative Baby Names EDITORJuly 11, 20250754 views Japan has amended its family registration law to regulate not only the characters used in children’s names but also to require parents to register the reading (pronunciation) of those names.… Read more
Information Overload Is Draining Your Brain! Is It Hurting Our Mental Health? EDITORJuly 11, 20250736 views Complex designs and constantly updated algorithms make it increasingly difficult for individuals to control the flow of information actively. Being in such an environment for a long time will not… Read more
The Rise of Cat Cafés Sparks a New Wave in Stress Relief Spaces EDITORMay 8, 202501K views Research shows that petting cats can effectively reduce anxiety, making cat caféscafés a burgeoning industry that combines healing and business opportunities, attracting more customers seeking emotional solace. NEW YORK, NY… Read more