Japan’s Air Conditioner Market Grows Nearly 20% in First Half of 2026 Ferre Keira2026-08-0601.9K views Japan’s air conditioner market is heating up, driven by rising temperatures and energy-efficiency policies. With new energy standards set to take effect in 2027, growing demand for early replacements has… Read more
Japan’s Food Exports Hit Record High as Green Tea and Yellowtail Lead Growth Ferre Keira2026-08-0601.9K views Japan’s agricultural, forestry, fishery, and food exports reached 897.7 billion yen, marking an increase of more than 10% year-on-year and setting a new record high for the same period. Green… Read more
Japan’s Convenience Stores Become Summer Cooling Havens Rosa Compell2026-07-3001.9K views As Japan faces another summer of extreme heat, convenience stores have become more than just places to shop. With extensive nationwide coverage and a wide range of daily services, they… Read more
Switching to Decaf Coffee in the Afternoon? Study Reveals Potential Benefits for Memory and Brain Health Julie Howard2026-07-300329 views Many people drink coffee for an energy boost, but recent research suggests that decaffeinated coffee may retain certain natural compounds that could be associated with improved memory and cognitive function.… Read more
As AI Adoption Accelerates, Data Centres Drive a Surge in Global Electricity Demand Julie Howard2026-07-300229 views The rapid adoption of AI applications is driving significant growth in data centre electricity demand. As energy consumption continues to rise, securing a stable power supply has become a major… Read more
Taiwan’s Through My Eyes Exhibition Launches 360° Virtual Experience, Bringing an Innovative Exploration of Mental Health to Global Audiences Audrey Hazel2026-07-2901.1K views Pioneering Taiwanese exhibition combines anonymous storytelling, art, psychology, neuroscience, and practical resources to foster empathy, understanding, and healing. TAIPEI, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – Following its acclaimed debut in Taipei this past… Read more
Japanese Women Eager to Learn but Face Barriers Ferre Keira2026-07-2301.9K views As artificial intelligence and digital transformation reshape the workplace, lifelong learning has become increasingly important for maintaining career competitiveness. Japan’s latest gender equality report shows that women are more likely… Read more
Japan’s Seniors Show Stronger Desire to Keep Working, Outpacing the U.S., Germany and Sweden Ferre Keira2026-07-2101.9K views Retirement no longer means leaving the workforce. A new Japanese government survey shows that nearly half of people aged 60 and above want to continue working, a higher proportion than… Read more
Japan’s Tourism Boom Drives Land Values Higher as Ski Resort Hakuba Leads Growth with 32.7% Surge Ferre Keira2026-07-1602K views Japan’s land prices continue to climb as tourism reshapes regional economies. Latest land valuation data shows nationwide land prices increased 2.9%, with popular ski and tourism destinations emerging as major… Read more
Supermarket Private Labels Gain Momentum in a Changing Retail Landscape Julie Howard2026-07-160310 views Global inflation and changing consumer habits are accelerating the growth of supermarket private labels. Once viewed mainly as low-cost alternatives, private label products are now becoming high-quality choices that allow… Read more