Christmas Cakes Too Costly for Many in Japan — Rising Prices Spur Homemade and Budget-Friendly Alternatives Ferre Keira2025-11-0102.6K views Christmas cake prices have soared across Japan. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative suggests that people enjoy a warm Christmas in this era of high prices by using alternative desserts or making… Read more
Japan Hits Record 30 Million Tourists in 9 Months, Fastest Surge in History Amid Economic Boost and Local Strain Ferre Keira2025-10-2301.9K views The number of visitors to Japan exceeded 30 million in the first nine months of 2025, the fastest pace ever. The tourism boom is boosting the economy but also raising… Read more
Google Launches ‘Try It On’ in Japan to Boost Tourist Shopping Efficiency Ferre Keira2025-10-0901.9K views Google has launched the “Try It On” virtual try-on feature in Japan, allowing travelers to preview looks before departure, saving time on-site shopping and making the shopping experience in Japan… Read more
Amid Driver Crisis, Japan Turns to International Workers and Delivery Adjustments to Keep Services Running Ferre Keira2025-09-1805.1K views Japan’s truck and bus driver shortage is disrupting logistics and public transport, prompting convenience stores and transportation firms to adjust delivery schedules and recruit international workers. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) –… Read more
Japan’s Furusato Tax Donations Hit Record ¥1.27 Trillion in FY2024, Takarazuka City Tops List Ferre Keira2025-09-1204.9K views Japan’s Furusato Tax donations hit a record ¥1.27 trillion in FY2024. Takarazuka City ranked first with ¥25.668 billion, mainly from two major hospital donations, while popular rewards like seafood and… Read more
Hotel Prices Surge in Japan, Lawson’s 24-Hour “RV Park” Offers Affordable Alternative Ferre Keira2025-09-1202K views As Japan’s hotel rates hit record highs, Lawson convenience stores launch “RV Park” services, offering overnight parking with toilets and amenities, giving travelers a cheaper, more flexible option than traditional… Read more
Record Heatstroke Cases in Japan as “Road-Related” Incidents Rise Sharply Ferre Keira2025-08-2802.1K views The number of people hospitalized for heatstroke in Japan has reached a new high, with the proportion of road-related heatstroke cases rising year by year. Experts urge commuters to take… Read more
JLPT Applicants Hit Record 1.72 Million as Demand for Japan Jobs and Tourism Soars Ferre Keira2025-08-2404.7K views As demand for employment and tourism in Japan continues to rise, the number of applicants for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) has increased annually, exceeding 1.72 million in 2024,… Read more
Japanese Anime IPs Gain Global Popularity, Emerging as a New Engine for Tourism Growth Ferre Keira2025-08-1504.6K views Japan holds four of the top ten anime character IPs by cumulative revenue worldwide. Their global appeal attracts large numbers of international tourists to anime-related locations, boosting local economies and… Read more
Japan’s Workforce Mental Health Issues Cost ¥7.6 Trillion Annually Ferre Keira2025-08-1503.8K views A Japanese study reveals that mental health issues among workers cost the Japanese economy 7.6 trillion yen annually. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative is urging this issue to be addressed and… Read more