The number of students studying in Japan has reached a new high. Study & Live Japan Association has put forward five key reminders to help student …
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Goodbye to ¥100 Coffee: Japan Convenience Stores Raise Prices Amid Yen Depreciation and Bean Costs Rise
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraJapan’s three major convenience store coffee prices have been raised across the board, with the depreciation of the yen and the surge in coffee …
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Stress, Sales, and Spending! Research Shows Mindful Consumers Feel Happier
by Julie Howardby Julie HowardImpulse purchases are commonly triggered by stress; however, recent studies suggest that mindful consumption can help reduce regret and anxiety, while …
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What feels like simple heat exhaustion may be your body quietly losing essential minerals. Research shows that students, office workers, and menopausa …
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Japan’s Chicken Prices Soar 46%, Pressuring Households and Restaurants
by Ernest Harryby Ernest HarryThe sharp rise in chicken prices has had a significant impact on both households and the catering industry. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative recommends …
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Inbound Tourism to Japan Hits New Milestones Amid Weakened Yen and Expanded Flights
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraThe depreciation of the yen and the expansion of flights led to more than 3.37 million foreign tourists in Japan in June, which not only set a record …
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Goodbye Kirakira Names: Japan Cracks Down on Overly Creative Baby Names
by Julie Howardby Julie HowardJapan has amended its family registration law to regulate not only the characters used in children’s names but also to require parents to regist …
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Information Overload Is Draining Your Brain! Is It Hurting Our Mental Health?
by Julie Howardby Julie HowardComplex designs and constantly updated algorithms make it increasingly difficult for individuals to control the flow of information actively. Being in …
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Japan’s drowning accidents hit a 10-year high in 2024. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative called on the public to be vigilant, abide by safety rules …
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Narita Unagi Festival Celebrates Tradition Amid Global Conservation Concerns
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraNarita Unagi Festival is here! Savoring Japanese eel culture amidst the aroma, but also facing the dilemma of conservation and trade. TOKYO, JAPAN (ME …