Japan’s Natto Exports Triple as Global Demand Continues to Rise Ferre KeiraApril 9, 202601.9K views As Japan’s tourism industry rebounds and global health awareness grows, natto is rapidly expanding into international markets. Export volumes have reached record highs, highlighting the global appeal of this traditional… Read more
Tokyo Finds ¥4.5 Billion in Lost Cash in a Year; Over Half of Lost Items Returned Ferre KeiraApril 9, 202601.8K 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
No Team Required as AI-Powered One-Person Companies Rise Julie HowardApril 9, 20260217 views With the widespread adoption of generative AI, one-person companies are growing rapidly. With AI assisting in copywriting, design, customer service, and data organisation, a single individual can now complete tasks… Read more
Why Are More People Returning to Handwritten Notes? Studies Show Better Understanding and Memory Julie HowardApril 9, 20260159 views Many note-taking applications now support handwriting, synchronization, search, and handwriting-to-text conversion, making handwritten notes no longer limited to paper-based habits but a more flexible approach for learning and work. NEW… Read more
2026 Global Passport Ranking: Singapore Tops and Europe Leads in Travel Freedom Derrick SmithApril 9, 20260584 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, 20260567 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 Pushes Contactless Delivery Policy; Aims for 50% Usage by 2030 Ferre KeiraApril 2, 202601.9K views To address labor shortages and rising delivery demand, the Japanese government has approved the “Logistics Policy Outline,” accelerating the adoption of contactless delivery methods such as “placement delivery” and targeting… Read more
Study Highlights Smartwatch Role in Monitoring Heart Failure Risk Julie HowardApril 2, 20260216 views Wearable devices are evolving from lifestyle accessories into digital medical sentinels, by applying AI models to daily physiological data, patients may be able to identify early warning signs of heart… Read more
Japan Land Prices Rise for Fifth Consecutive Year Amid Strong Urban Housing Demand Ferre KeiraApril 2, 202601.9K views Japan’s latest land price survey shows nationwide land values have risen for the fifth consecutive year, with urban housing demand keeping the real estate market active—particularly in Tokyo and Osaka.… Read more
Global Demand for Healthier Snacks Grows with Nutrition Awareness Julie HowardApril 2, 20260247 views As consumers increasingly value taste, health, and functionality in snack choices, purchasing decisions are shifting from flavour-focused preferences toward products that also emphasise nutritional value and wellness benefits. LOS ANGELES,… Read more