Japan’s Matcha Craze Becomes a New Driver of Experiential Tourism Ferre Keira2026-01-0802.5K views Japan’s matcha boom is extending beyond cafés and export markets, increasingly shaping travel trends as foreign visitors seek immersive tea experiences that blend culture, craftsmanship and culinary tourism. TOKYO, JAPAN… Read more
Foreign Tourists Drive Hot Spring Stays Up in Japan; Etiquette Remains Key Ferre Keira2026-01-0102K views With record-breaking numbers of foreign tourists visiting Japan, overnight stays in hot spring areas are rebounding. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative reminds tourists to observe proper hot spring etiquette and maintain… Read more
Against Global Obesity Trends, Underweight Remains Common Among Young Women in Japan Julie Howard2026-01-0101.4K views The proportion of underweight women among Japan’s young female population has remained at around 20% for years, standing in sharp contrast to the global focus on rising obesity rates. OSAKA,… Read more
Mochi Safety Alert: Elderly and Visitors Urged to Eat Slowly Ferre Keira2026-01-0102.4K views Mochi is frequently served during the New Year period, but it also poses a hidden risk of choking. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative reminds everyone that January is the peak season… Read more
Flexible Work Goes Global, But Who Truly Benefits? Wisdom Frida2025-12-250827 views Flexible working hours are increasingly seen as a solution for the future of work, yet they are also quietly drawing new dividing lines. When such arrangements cannot be used equally,… Read more
Chocolate Is Getting Pricier, and Consumers Are Adjusting Julie Howard2025-12-250897 views Volatility in cocoa supply is affecting more than prices; it is reshaping the overall structure of the chocolate industry. From raw material sourcing to consumer choices, the sweets market is… Read more
Japan’s Ice Cream Market Heats Up as Winter Consumption Surges Ferre Keira2025-12-2501.3K views The Japanese ice cream market continues to expand, with significant growth in winter sales. With improved living conditions, the rise of therapeutic consumption, and convenience stores pushing up prices, ice… Read more
Why Salary Is No Longer the Sole Measure of a Good Job for Gen Z Julie Howard2025-12-1801.1K views When personal growth and the ability to maintain quality of life become central considerations in career decisions, salary is no longer the sole benchmark, and the hierarchy of workplace values… Read more
Japan Moves Toward LED Lighting as Fluorescent Lamp Limits Begin Ferre Keira2025-12-1802.8K views Japan will restrict mercury-containing fluorescent lamps starting in 2026, and the Kanto Smart Living Cooperative is urging the public to plan ahead and gradually replace them with LED lighting. TOKYO,… Read more
ACML 2025 Returns to Taiwan After 14 Years, Featuring Keynote Address by USC ISI Director Craig Knoblock Business PR2025-12-170996 views TAIPEI, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – The 17th Asian Conference on Machine Learning (ACML 2025), one of the most influential machine learning conferences in the Asia-Pacific region, was held from December 9… Read more