Amid Driver Crisis, Japan Turns to International Workers and Delivery Adjustments to Keep Services Running Ferre Keira2025-09-1805.5K 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 Sharing Economy Surges Past JPY 3 Trillion, Projected to Reach 14 Trillion by 2030 Julie Howard2025-09-1202.4K views Global consumption is shifting from ownership to access, making the sharing economy a future mainstream trend. Spanning transport, housing, and skills, it reflects shifting values and tests existing business and… Read more
Japan Tops Global Life Expectancy Rankings Again in 2025 Julie Howard2025-09-09015K views Japan once again leads the world in longevity, with women reaching an average life expectancy of 87.13 years. The country’s growing population of centenarians reflects a culture deeply rooted in… Read more
From Tokyo to the World! How Second-Hand Furniture Helps Save the Planet Julie Howard2025-08-2401.8K views As sustainability awareness rises, more people are choosing to furnish their homes with pre-loved items—cutting carbon emissions and giving the world’s forests a chance to breathe. BOSTON, MA (MERXWIRE) –… Read more
Japanese Anime IPs Gain Global Popularity, Emerging as a New Engine for Tourism Growth Ferre Keira2025-08-1505.8K 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 Keira2025-08-1504.1K 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
AI Becomes a Growing Parenting Ally, But Experts Urge Caution Ferre Keira2025-08-0102.2K views Nearly 30% of parents use AI for parenting consultations. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative has compiled “Five Important Precautions for AI Parenting,” reminding parents to exercise caution and judgment when using… Read more
European Art Editors and Awards Club (EAEAC) Launches New Official Website Rosa Compell2025-07-3102.6K views The European Art Editors and Awards Club (EAEAC) welcomes all professionals and enthusiasts who are passionate about art and design to join the club, become a part of our vibrant… Read more
Goodbye to ¥100 Coffee: Japan Convenience Stores Raise Prices Amid Yen Depreciation and Bean Costs Rise Ferre Keira2025-07-2509.3K views Japan’s three major convenience store coffee prices have been raised across the board, with the depreciation of the yen and the surge in coffee beans as the main reasons. TOKYO,… Read more
Stress, Sales, and Spending! Research Shows Mindful Consumers Feel Happier Julie Howard2025-07-2401.8K views Impulse purchases are commonly triggered by stress; however, recent studies suggest that mindful consumption can help reduce regret and anxiety, while also improving emotional stability and financial well-being. BOSTON, MA… Read more