Tokyo’s Shibuya Cracks Down on Littering, Fines Set at 2,000 Yen Ferre KeiraMay 21, 202602.2K views Tokyo’s Shibuya Ward has strengthened its anti-littering measures under revised local regulations that took effect in April 2026, with penalties officially enforced starting in June. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – As… Read more
2026 World’s Best Cities Ranking Released: London Named Best City for the 11th Consecutive Year Julie HowardMay 7, 20260679 views The latest Global Top 100 Best Cities report has been released, with London, United Kingdom, once again demonstrating remarkable strength by securing the top position for the 11th consecutive year.… Read more
Japan’s Golden Week Begins: Discover Deeper Travel Experiences Beyond the Crowds Ferre KeiraApril 30, 202602.3K views Japan’s Golden Week holiday runs from April 29 to May 6, offering travelers a prime opportunity to experience local culture through seasonal events and pleasant spring weather. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… Read more
Japan Tightens In-Flight Power Bank Rules, Limits to Two Per Passenger and Bans Onboard Use Ferre KeiraApril 25, 202602.3K views Amid growing safety concerns over lithium batteries, Japan is introducing stricter regulations on power banks carried by airline passengers. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – To enhance aviation safety, the Japanese government… Read more
Greece Paros Claims First Place In 2025 World Most Loved Islands Wisdom FridaApril 23, 202601.3K views The ranking by travel magazine Travel + Leisure shows that popular islands around the world span multiple regions, showcasing diverse natural and cultural landscapes. Island travel, with its connection to… Read more
Japan Domestic Air Travel Hits Record High, Surpasses 111 Million Passengers in 2025 Ferre KeiraApril 9, 202602.8K views Japan’s domestic aviation market has fully recovered, with record passenger numbers in 2025 driven by tourism and business travel, signaling a new phase of growth. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Japan’s… Read more
Tokyo Finds ¥4.5 Billion in Lost Cash in a Year; Over Half of Lost Items Returned Ferre KeiraApril 9, 202602.5K views Losing personal belongings is every traveler’s nightmare, but in Japan, more than half of lost items are eventually recovered. The latest statistics show that both lost-and-found reports and cash returns… Read more
2026 Global Passport Ranking: Singapore Tops and Europe Leads in Travel Freedom Derrick SmithApril 9, 202604.5K views In the 2026 Henley Passport Index, Singapore ranks first with access to 192 destinations, followed by Japan and South Korea with 187, while European countries remain among the global leaders… Read more
Global Tourism Surges Back: France Remains World’s Top Destination Derrick SmithApril 2, 202602.1K views In 2025, France maintained its position as the world’s most popular travel destination, welcoming 117 million international visitors. Its capital, Paris, continues to attract large numbers of tourists with iconic… Read more
Japan Hot Spring Boom Continues as Global Search Interest Hits New High Ferre KeiraMarch 26, 202602.3K views Global interest in Japan’s hot spring culture is surging once again, with Google Trends data showing that searches for “Japan hot spring” peaked in February, highlighting renewed international attention. TOKYO,… Read more