JLPT Applicants Hit Record 1.72 Million as Demand for Japan Jobs and Tourism Soars Ferre KeiraAugust 29, 202504.8K views As demand for employment and tourism in Japan continues to rise, the number of applicants for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) has increased annually, exceeding 1.72 million in 2024,… Read more
Japan’s Workforce Mental Health Issues Cost ¥7.6 Trillion Annually Ferre KeiraAugust 15, 202501.4K views A Japanese study reveals that mental health issues among workers cost the Japanese economy 7.6 trillion yen annually. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative is urging this issue to be addressed and… Read more
Japanese Anime IPs Gain Global Popularity, Emerging as a New Engine for Tourism Growth Business PRAugust 15, 202502.6K views Japan holds four of the top ten anime character IPs by cumulative revenue worldwide. Their global appeal attracts large numbers of international tourists to anime-related locations, boosting local economies and… Read more
Plans Underway to Turn Expo 2025 Osaka Site into Legacy Museum EDITORAugust 14, 20250758 views To preserve the legacy of the Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai, plans are being considered to convert part of the Yumeshima site into a museum, with business leaders supporting construction costs.… Read more
“Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle” Shatters Box Office Records with Fastest 10 Billion Yen Milestone EDITORAugust 1, 20250622 views Japanese anime proves its global power again- “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle” soared past 10 billion yen in just eight days, rewriting box office history. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… Read more
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
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
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
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