Inbound Tourism to Japan Hits New Milestones Amid Weakened Yen and Expanded Flights EDITORJuly 17, 202501.2K views The depreciation of the yen and the expansion of flights led to more than 3.37 million foreign tourists in Japan in June, which not only set a record for the… 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
Narita Unagi Festival Celebrates Tradition Amid Global Conservation Concerns EDITORJuly 3, 20250550 views Narita Unagi Festival is here! Savoring Japanese eel culture amidst the aroma, but also facing the dilemma of conservation and trade. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – The annual “Narita Unagi Festival”… Read more
Start Your Day with a World Breakfast Tour EDITORJune 26, 20250481 views Breakfast is not only the beginning of the day but also a miniature portrait of a nation. From Asia to Europe, from steaming hot dishes to chilled plates, traditional breakfasts… Read more
Over 80% of Japanese Seniors Want to Keep Working After Retirement, Citing Income, Health, and Purpose EDITORJune 26, 20250609 views More than 80% of Japanese seniors still wish to continue working after retirement for financial reasons, health benefits, and personal fulfillment. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – As Japan enters a super-aged… Read more
Rising Female Population Reshapes Societies Across Asia EDITORJune 26, 20250570 views A growing number of countries are seeing a rise in female populations. This demographic trend is not only reshaping societies but also contributing to greater peace and social stability. Vietnam,… Read more
Record Ice Cream Spending in Japan Soars Amid Heatwave and Lifestyle Shifts EDITORJune 19, 20250750 views Ice cream has evolved from a seasonal treat to a year-round desserts, with rising demand driven by extreme heat, lifestyle changes, and cross-generational appeal. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – The Statistics… Read more
Cash Is Still King, But Japan’s Going More Digital EDITORJune 12, 20250663 views Expo 2025 Osaka’s cashless payment system reflects global trends in digital finance, underscoring Japan’s gradual shift toward a more digitally driven consumer economy. LOS ANGELES, CA (MERXWIRE) – You won’t… Read more
Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen Lines Launch Trial of No-Reservation Oversized Luggage Storage EDITORJune 12, 20250899 views From July 1, the use of oversized luggage storage without reservation will be trialed on the Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen lines. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – In response to the continued… Read more