Japanese Confectionery Exports Hit Record High, Driven by Inbound Tourism and Weak Yen Ferre KeiraMay 21, 202602K views Supported by a surge in inbound tourism and a weaker yen, Japanese confectionery exports continue to grow, with Asian markets expanding steadily and demand also rising across emerging regions such… Read more
Tokyo’s Shibuya Cracks Down on Littering, Fines Set at 2,000 Yen Ferre KeiraMay 21, 202602K 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
Japan’s Child Population Declines for 45th Consecutive Year, Reshaping Toy and Childcare Markets Sheila NellyMay 14, 202602.1K views Japan’s demographic challenges continue to deepen as the population of children aged 15 and under has fallen for the 45th consecutive year, reaching a record low. With birth rates remaining… Read more
Japan’s Child Population Declines for 45th Consecutive Year, Reshaping Toy and Childcare Markets Ferre KeiraMay 14, 202602K views Japan’s demographic challenges continue to deepen as the population of children aged 15 and under has fallen for the 45th consecutive year, reaching a record low. With birth rates remaining… Read more
Challenging the Solar System’s “Impossible Mission”: BepiColombo Set to Enter Mercury Orbit in 2026 Julie HowardMay 14, 20260289 views Although Mercury is closest to the Sun, it remains one of the hardest worlds to reach. The BepiColombo mission, a project by the European Space Agency and the Japan Aerospace… Read more
Rising Prices Mask Weak Demand in Japan Confectionery Market Sheila NellyMay 14, 202602.1K views Japan’s confectionery market continues to post steady retail growth, but production volumes have been declining for consecutive years. Rising prices and cost pressures are reducing purchasing volumes, signaling a structural… Read more
Rising Prices Mask Weak Demand in Japan Confectionery Market Ferre KeiraMay 14, 202602.1K views Japan’s confectionery market continues to post steady retail growth, but production volumes have been declining for consecutive years. Rising prices and cost pressures are reducing purchasing volumes, signaling a structural… Read more
“May Blues” Hits Japan, 20% of Workers Experience Mental and Physical Stress Symptoms Ferre KeiraMay 14, 202601.9K views After Japan’s Golden Week holidays, many office workers and students struggle with fatigue, insomnia, and low motivation. This condition, caused by changes in daily routines and stress from new environments,… Read more
Mother’s Day Is Coming: “Gifts” Remain the Top Concern for People in Japan and Around the World Ferre KeiraMay 7, 202601.9K views As Mother’s Day approaches, many people are once again wondering what to give their mothers. According to a Japanese survey and Google Trends search data, “gifts” remain the most searched… Read more
Unmanned Stores Rapidly Expand Across Japan, From Chains to Independent Businesses Ferre KeiraMay 7, 202602K views Amid labor shortages and rising personnel costs, unmanned stores are rapidly gaining ground in Japan. From large retail chains to independently operated shops, businesses across industries are adopting this new… Read more