Japan’s Evening Supermarket Discount Culture Grows, Balancing Savings and Food Waste Reduction Ferre KeiraJune 25, 202602.4K views As food prices continue to rise, Japanese consumers are increasingly focused on saving on daily expenses. Every evening, supermarkets across the country roll out discounts on boxed meals, sushi, and… Read more
Tonkatsu Becomes a Must-Try for Japan Visitors: Which Chains Do Japanese Consumers Prefer? Ferre KeiraJune 25, 202602.3K views As inbound tourism to Japan continues to surge, Japanese cuisine has once again become a major attraction. Japanese information website Netorabo recently released the results of its “Best Tonkatsu Chain”… Read more
Japan’s Household Dining Undergoes Major Shift as Frozen Foods and Male Cooking Rise Ferre KeiraJune 18, 202602.1K views As dual-income households rise in Japan, eating habits are shifting toward frozen foods and ready-made meals, while increasing male participation in cooking reflects changing family roles and a stronger focus… Read more
Japan Foreign Population Tops 4 Million as Driver License Rules Tighten Wisdom FridaJune 18, 20260546 views After Japan’s registered foreign resident population exceeded 4 million, the government strengthened regulatory oversight, significantly increasing the difficulty of the foreign driver’s license conversion examination. OSAKA, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) –Japan is… Read more
Japan Foreign Population Tops 4 Million as Driver License Rules Tighten Julie HowardJune 18, 20260576 views After Japan’s registered foreign resident population exceeded 4 million, the government strengthened regulatory oversight, significantly increasing the difficulty of the foreign driver’s license conversion examination. OSAKA, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) –Japan is… Read more
From Colorful to Minimal: Japanese Food Packaging Embraces Simplicity Ferre KeiraJune 18, 202602.1K views A growing number of Japanese food companies are simplifying product packaging, reflecting both rising production costs and a broader shift toward minimalist design and sustainable consumption. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) –… Read more
Kansai Airport Completes Major Renovation Ahead of Summer Peak Ferre KeiraJune 18, 202602K views Although inbound visitors to Japan in May slightly declined, several markets set new records. As the summer travel peak approaches, Kansai Airport has completed its renovation and reopened to strengthen… Read more
Japan Tourism Shifts from Shopping to Experience-Based Travel Ferre KeiraJune 4, 202602.4K views As inbound tourism continues to recover, Japan’s tourism consumption has reached a new record high, with both shopping and experience-based spending increasing. The shift indicates that visitor spending patterns are… Read more
Japan Sunscreen Market Grows on Male Demand Wisdom FridaJune 4, 202602.1K views As summer temperatures and UV levels rise in Japan, the sunscreen market continues to grow, driven by increasing demand for convenient reapplication products and a rising number of male consumers.… Read more
Japan’s Births Hit Record Low, 15 Years Ahead of Forecasts Ferre KeiraJune 4, 202602.3K views Japan’s birth rate and number of births have both fallen to record lows, with annual births dropping to around 670,000, nearly 15 years ahead of government projections. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… Read more