Start Your Day with a World Breakfast Tour Julie Howard2025-06-2601.3K 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
Homemade Bento Gains Popularity as Lunch Prices Soar: Five Practical Tips for Busy Office Workers Ferre Keira2025-06-2603K views Japanese office workers’ lunch expenses hit a new high, and most people choose homemade bento to save money; Kanto Smart Living Cooperative provides five practical suggestions. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) –… Read more
Over 80% of Japanese Seniors Want to Keep Working After Retirement, Citing Income, Health, and Purpose Ferre Keira2025-06-2602.8K 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 Julie Howard2025-06-2601.3K 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
Kanto Smart Living Cooperative Issues Heatstroke Prevention Guidelines Amid Rising Summer Risks in Japan Ferre Keira2025-06-1902.1K views Prevention is key—stay cool, stay hydrated, and watch over the vulnerable. Even cloudy days carry heatstroke risks,” Kanto Smart Living Cooperative states. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – As Japan enters the… Read more
Record Ice Cream Spending in Japan Soars Amid Heatwave and Lifestyle Shifts Ferre Keira2025-06-1902.9K 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 Julie Howard2025-06-1202.5K 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 Ferre Keira2025-06-1202.7K 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
Deepfake Fraud Surges Over 2,000% Amid AI-Driven Scam Wave Derrick Smith2025-06-0501.2K views AI-driven deepfake fraud is rapidly increasing, threatening global financial security. Recent data show a sharp rise in sophisticated scams, highlighting the urgent need for stronger prevention by governments, industries, and… Read more
Japan Hits Record 3.9 Million Foreign Visitors in April 2025 Ferre Keira2025-06-0503.2K views Japan welcomed a record 3.9089 million foreign visitors in April 2025, boosted by EXPO 2025, cherry blossom tourism, and a weak yen. Tourist numbers rose 28.5% year-on-year, surpassing pre-pandemic levels.… Read more