Japan’s Iconic First Sales Postponed to January 3, 2026 Bertram Clark2025-10-0205.8K views Kanto Smart Living Cooperative reminds travelers that many Japanese department stores have postponed their Hatsuuri sales to January 3. Check store hours before planning your trip to avoid disappointment. TOKYO,… Read more
Tokyo’s AI-Powered Matchmaking App Connects Hundreds as Japan Tackles Declining Birthrate Bertram Clark2025-09-2506.6K views In response to Japan’s falling birthrate, Tokyo launched its official matchmaking app, TOKYO Enmusubi, in 2024, using AI to pair compatible singles. With nearly 300 couples matched, the Kanto Smart… Read more
Vitamin D, Diet, and Exercise Identified as Keys to Healthy Aging Julie Howard2025-09-1801.7K views Healthy ageing has become a global concern. In recent years, numerous international studies have shown that nutritional supplementation, dietary patterns, and exercise habits play a role at the cellular and… Read more
Japan’s Furusato Tax Donations Hit Record ¥1.27 Trillion in FY2024, Takarazuka City Tops List Ferre Keira2025-09-1204.8K 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
Japan Tops Global Life Expectancy Rankings Again in 2025 Julie Howard2025-09-09010.3K 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
Japan’s Onigiri Boom: Specialty Shops Double Despite Rising Rice Prices Ernest Harry2025-09-0502.9K views While rice prices are rising in Japan, the number of onigiri specialty stores has doubled, making them a new favorite in the food service market. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Despite… Read more
Record Heatstroke Cases in Japan as “Road-Related” Incidents Rise Sharply Ferre Keira2025-08-2802K 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 Keira2025-08-2404.5K 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
Experts Urge Caution as Most Sunglasses Fail UV Protection Tests Julie Howard2025-08-1501.8K views In the age of rising UV radiation, sunglasses are no longer just a fashion statement but a health necessity. Yet studies reveal that many popular sunglasses fail to meet safety… Read more