Japan’s Convenience Stores Become Summer Cooling Havens Rosa Compell2026-07-3002.2K 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 Howard2026-07-300632 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 Howard2026-07-300454 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
Cocoa Prices Soar Over 170% as Alternative Ingredients Transform the Future of Food Julie Howard2026-07-230565 views Extreme weather events and supply chain disruptions are causing significant price volatility in key food ingredients, including cocoa, coffee beans, and eggs. In response to climate change challenges, the development… Read more
53% of Consumers Plan to Buy More Fiber-Rich Foods as Precision Nutrition Reshapes the Global Food Market Ferre Keira2026-07-230518 views As global obesity rates continue to rise and consumers become increasingly health-conscious, the global food industry is shifting from emphasising large portions and satiety toward precision nutrition and calorie management.… Read more
Japanese Women Eager to Learn but Face Barriers Ferre Keira2026-07-2302K 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 Keira2026-07-2102.1K 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 Keira2026-07-1602.2K 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 Howard2026-07-160523 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
Japan Tourism Spending Hits Record High Amid Labor Shortages Ferre Keira2026-07-1602.2K views Japan welcomed a record 42.68 million international visitors in 2025, while inbound tourism spending approached the ¥10 trillion mark for the first time. As travel demand continues to surge, however,… Read more