Japan’s Capsule Toy Market Booms, Set to Expand Further in 2025 Ferre Keira2025-05-1508.6K views Japan’s capsule toy market is booming, attracting not just children but also adults and tourists. Rapid store and product growth and expansion into local cities have become a new highlight… Read more
Japanese Films Broke Box Office Records in 2024 as Animation Dominates and Foreign Films Decline Ferre Keira2025-05-0807.2K views In 2024, box office revenue for Japanese-made films hit a new high, with anime becoming the leading force in the market, while foreign films continued to perform poorly. TOKYO, JAPAN… Read more
At What Age Can Children Use Mobile Phones? The Report Reveals Five Key Recommendations Ferre Keira2025-04-2402K views Many parents feel confused when their children use smartphones for the first time. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative has compiled expert opinions and parent surveys to offer five practical suggestions to… Read more
Louvre Launches Overhaul to Enhance Visitor Experience and Preserve Cultural Legacy Ferre Keira2025-04-1704.2K views The Louvre Museum in France will launch a large-scale renovation project lasting 10 to 15 years starting in 2026. The project will include setting up a dedicated exhibition room for… Read more
5 Practical Strategies for Dealing with Hay Fever Ferre Keira2025-03-2201.4K views Kanto Smart Living Cooperative released “5 Practical Strategies for Dealing with Hay Fever,” emphasizing the importance of recognizing peak pollen times, taking preventive measures, and maintaining overall health. TOKYO, JAPAN… Read more
6 Practical Strategies to Cut Food Costs Amid Rising Prices Ferre Keira2025-03-1302.3K views Kanto Smart Living Cooperative has released “6 Ways to Save on Food Expenses” to help consumers manage household expenses and reduce food costs amid continued price increases. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… Read more
Tokyo’s Consumer Prices Surge as Fresh Food Costs Skyrocket Amid Supply Struggles Ferre Keira2025-03-1002.4K views The surge in fresh food and rice prices has increased household expenses and weakened consumer confidence. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Tokyo’s consumer prices saw a sharp rise in February, with… Read more
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum Set Record with Over 2 Million Visitors in 2024 Ferre Keira2025-02-2703.4K views As of February 15, the number of visitors to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum in 2024 has exceeded 2 million. HIROSHIMA, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – After the Japanese “Nihon Hidankyo” was… Read more
Survey Reveals Lack of Public Trash Cans a Top Concern for Japan Tourists Ferre Keira2025-02-2003.2K views The Japan Tourism Agency pointed out that the lack of trash cans in public places has become the biggest problem facing tourists visiting Japan. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – The Japan… Read more
Rising Domestic Rice Prices Drive Japanese Restaurants to Shift Towards Imported Rice to Stabilize Costs Ferre Keira2025-02-2002.2K views As domestic rice prices in Japan continue to rise, restaurant operators are turning to imported rice to reduce costs. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – As the price of domestic rice in… Read more