Rising Prices Mask Weak Demand in Japan Confectionery Market Sheila Nelly2026-05-1402.8K views Japan’s confectionery market continues to post steady retail growth, but production volumes have been declining for consecutive years. Rising prices and cost pressures are reducing purchasing volumes, signaling a structural… Read more
Global Ageing Trend: WHO Projects 2.1 Billion People Aged 60 and Over by 2050 Derrick Smith2026-05-1404.2K views With global life expectancy now at 73.8 years, countries from developed economies to emerging markets are broadly facing increasing pressure on healthcare, labor, and social systems. An ageing society has… Read more
IMF Releases 2026 Global Economic Rankings as India Gains Momentum Sheila Nelly2026-05-1402.9K views According to the latest World Economic Outlook forecast released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the rankings of the world’s top ten economies have entered a new phase. The United… Read more
“May Blues” Hits Japan, 20% of Workers Experience Mental and Physical Stress Symptoms Sheila Nelly2026-05-1402K views After Japan’s Golden Week holidays, many office workers and students struggle with fatigue, insomnia, and low motivation. This condition, caused by changes in daily routines and stress from new environments,… Read more
Mother’s Day Is Coming: “Gifts” Remain the Top Concern for People in Japan and Around the World Ferre Keira2026-05-0702K views As Mother’s Day approaches, many people are once again wondering what to give their mothers. According to a Japanese survey and Google Trends search data, “gifts” remain the most searched… Read more
AI Boom Continues as Global Market Forecast to Reach USD 3.4 Trillion by 2033 Derrick Smith2026-05-0701.1K views Driven by significant capital investment and enterprise adoption, the AI market continues to expand, with its scale projected to reach USD 3.4 trillion by 2033. The rising usage of generative… Read more
Unmanned Stores Rapidly Expand Across Japan, From Chains to Independent Businesses Ferre Keira2026-05-0702.6K views Amid labor shortages and rising personnel costs, unmanned stores are rapidly gaining ground in Japan. From large retail chains to independently operated shops, businesses across industries are adopting this new… Read more
Japan’s Ready-Made Meal Market Grows 1.5 Times in 20 Years Ferre Keira2026-05-0702.6K views Japan’s ready-made meal (sozai) market continues to expand as dual-income households rise and demographic changes reshape consumer behavior. The market is projected to grow 1.5 times over the past two… Read more
2026 World’s Best Cities Ranking Released: London Named Best City for the 11th Consecutive Year Julie Howard2026-05-070545 views The latest Global Top 100 Best Cities report has been released, with London, United Kingdom, once again demonstrating remarkable strength by securing the top position for the 11th consecutive year.… Read more
Global Life Expectancy: Monaco Tops at 86 While Nigeria Lags at 55 Audrey Hazel2026-05-0701.8K views While global life expectancy is on the rise, disparities between countries remain significant. The advantages enjoyed by long-lived nations in healthcare and living conditions stand in stark contrast to the… Read more