Although 74% of Japanese people eat rice daily, the demand is decreasing by 100,000 tons per year due to the aging population and changes in dietary s …
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Osechi Cuisine Prices Polarize in Japan: High-End vs. Budget-Friendly Options Emerge
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraJapan is facing the impact of high prices. The price of Osechi cuisine has had a chain reaction, and the polarization between “luxury” and …
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MERXWIRE Launched Report on Japanese Dessert Market, Red and White are the Most Festive for Christmas
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraThe vibrant contrast of red strawberries and white cream in strawberry shortcake has made it a beloved Christmas tradition in Japan. This color combin …
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Japan’s Dairy Farms Fall Below 10,000, Farmers Urge Milk Price Hike to Offset Rising Costs
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraRising production costs and falling income have caused the number of dairy farms in Japan to fall below 10,000. Dairy farmers are calling for an incre …
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49th National Traditional Crafts Exhibition in Tokyo Highlights Award-Winning Works Combining Tradition and Innovation
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraThe 49th “National Traditional Crafts Exhibition” exhibits this year’s award-winning works at the National Art Center in Tokyo from …
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Kyoto’s Traditional Crafts Shine as Duty-Free Sales Soar, Reflecting Strong Interest from Overseas Tourists
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraDuty-free sales at Kyoto department stores have increased significantly, and traditional handicrafts have become one of the leading sales items. KYOTO …
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Japan Post Sees Record Decline in New Year Postcard Circulation, Launches Gift-Integrated Services to Boost Sales
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraThe price of postcards rised to 85 yen, and Japan Post’s New Year’s postcard issuance has dropped by 25% from last year, a record drop in …
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Kyoto Anticipates Record Hotel Occupancy as Maple Viewing Season Draws Crowds and Night Tours Flourish
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraNovember is maple viewing season in Kyoto City, and the hotel occupancy rate is expected to reach 89.5%, a record high. TOKYO, JAPAN (Merxwire) – …
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Japan Proposes New Guidelines to Reduce Restaurant Food Waste by Encouraging Safe Leftover Takeaways
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraJapan’s Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare has developed specific guidelines, calling people to take leftovers home to reduce food waste. TO …
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Touch Screen Ordering Influences Consumer Choice in Conveyor Belt Sushi Restaurants
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraA consumer survey found that one-quarter of the public considers “order food using a touch screen” a factor in choosing a conveyor belt su …