Japan’s Seniors Show Stronger Desire to Keep Working, Outpacing the U.S., Germany and Sweden Wisdom FridaJuly 21, 202602.2K views Retirement no longer means leaving the workforce. A new Japanese government survey shows that nearly half of people aged 60 and above want to continue working, a higher proportion than… Read more
Japan’s Tourism Boom Drives Land Values Higher as Ski Resort Hakuba Leads Growth with 32.7% Surge Ferre KeiraJuly 16, 202602K views Japan’s land prices continue to climb as tourism reshapes regional economies. Latest land valuation data shows nationwide land prices increased 2.9%, with popular ski and tourism destinations emerging as major… Read more
Japan Tourism Spending Hits Record High Amid Labor Shortages Ferre KeiraJuly 16, 202602.1K views Japan welcomed a record 42.68 million international visitors in 2025, while inbound tourism spending approached the ¥10 trillion mark for the first time. As travel demand continues to surge, however,… Read more
Japan’s Heatwave Response and Plastic Reduction Efforts Drive the Rise of the “My Bottle” Culture Among Travelers Ferre KeiraJuly 16, 202602K views Japan’s “My Bottle” culture is gaining popularity as rising temperatures and growing environmental awareness encourage residents and travelers to embrace reusable water bottles. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – As global awareness… Read more
International Students in Japan Hit Record High as Global Japanese Language Learning Surges Ferre KeiraJuly 9, 202602.5K views Global interest in Japan continues to grow. The number of international students in Japan has exceeded 400,000 for the first time, while applicants for the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) have… Read more
Ice Cups Become a Summer Essential at Japanese Convenience Stores Ferre KeiraJuly 9, 202602.1K views As Japan’s summer heat intensifies, a simple convenience store item is gaining attention among locals and visitors alike. Ice cups, commonly used for coffee and beverages, have become a popular… Read more
Japan’s Bookstore Count Falls Below 10,000 as Destination Bookstores Attract Tourists Ferre KeiraJuly 2, 202602.1K views Japan’s bookstore count has dropped below 10,000 for the first time, marking the continued decline of physical bookstores. Meanwhile, destination bookstores are emerging as popular cultural attractions for both domestic… Read more
Asia Faces Subscription Fatigue as Digital Subscription Market Enters Mature Phase Julie HowardJuly 2, 20260432 views As digital subscription services continue to expand rapidly, consumers in Japan and South Korea are increasingly reassessing recurring expenses. The Asian market is gradually showing signs of “subscription fatigue,” while… Read more
Japan Tightens Bicycle Traffic Rules: Tourists Also Subject to Penalties Ferre KeiraJuly 2, 202602.2K views As cycling tourism grows across Japan, new 2026 traffic rules are set to reshape how visitors ride—making safety and awareness essential for every traveler on two wheels. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… Read more
Tokyo Metropolitan Area New Apartment Prices Rise 13.5% Year-on-Year, Outpacing Wage Growth Ferre KeiraJune 25, 202602.5K views Tokyo-area new housing prices continued to rise, with May average prices up 13.5% year-on-year, marking the third-highest level on record. Despite three consecutive years of significant wage increases, salary growth… Read more