Interactive Immersive Exhibitions Gain Traction Worldwide Julie Howard2026-02-260399 views Immersive exhibitions that integrate digital projection and interactive technologies are attracting large audiences into dynamic audiovisual environments. Industry data indicate that immersive productions possess advantages in touring capability and scalable… Read more
Generative AI Lowers Creative Barriers, Accelerating the Rise of Smart Instruments Julie Howard2026-02-260146 views With the rise of generative AI music tools, music composition can be completed simply by inputting commands, lowering the barrier to music creation and changing the direction of the musical… Read more
Japan Tourism Remains Resilient Despite 60.7% Drop in Chinese Visitors Bertram Clark2026-02-1802.7K views The ongoing depreciation of the yen has made Japan an increasingly cost-effective destination, drawing a massive influx of overseas tourists. Between late 2025 and early 2026, the resumption and expansion of several international routes—including Busan-Fukuoka, Taipei-Narita, Bangkok-Sendai, and Sydney-New Chitose—have further bolstered these arrival numbers. Read more
Global Warming Brings Double Blow: Summer Heat and Winter Snowstorms Bertram Clark2026-02-1802.2K views TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – The impacts of global warming are far more complex than we imagine. When people discuss climate change, they often focus on extreme summer heat, melting glaciers,… Read more
Winter Bathing Drowning Risk Rises in Japan, Elderly Death Toll Three Times Higher Than Traffic Accidents Ferre Keira2026-02-1202.4K views Experts and Consumer Aesthetics and Cultural Tourism Society are urging both seniors and overseas visitors to exercise caution when enjoying Japanese-style baths and hot springs during winter, warning that sudden… Read more
Hamamatsu Tops Japan in Household Gyoza Spending for Third Consecutive Year Ferre Keira2026-02-1202K views Hamamatsu City tops Japan in household gyoza spending for 2025, marking its third consecutive year as the nation’s favorite gyoza city. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – According to the latest household… Read more
Increased Risk of Snow Melting Disasters: Tourists in Japan Must Be Vigilant Ferre Keira2026-02-1202K views Rising snowmelt in Japan increases the risk of slips and avalanches. Travelers should stay cautious, especially in mountains and icy areas. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – As winter draws to a… Read more
Foreign Workers in Japan Hit Record High, Accounting for 4.1% of Total Workforce Ferre Keira2026-02-0502.5K views Japan’s ongoing demographic decline continues to reshape its labor market, with the number of foreign workers reaching a record 2.57 million. Labor-intensive industries such as manufacturing and services remain the… Read more
Global Internet Growth Ushers in a New Phase of Digital Competition Julie Howard2026-02-050641 views As the global share of internet users continues to rise, demand for artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and real-time data services is expanding in parallel. Data centres and cloud infrastructure… Read more
Japan’s Print Publishing Market Falls Below ¥1 Trillion, Hitting a Nearly 50-Year Low Ferre Keira2026-02-0502.9K views In 2025, Japan’s print publishing market dips below ¥1 trillion. Magazines face sharp declines, yet readers continue to favor and visit bookstores for paper books. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – The… Read more