Why Salary Is No Longer the Sole Measure of a Good Job for Gen Z Julie Howard2025-12-1801.1K views When personal growth and the ability to maintain quality of life become central considerations in career decisions, salary is no longer the sole benchmark, and the hierarchy of workplace values… Read more
Japan Moves Toward LED Lighting as Fluorescent Lamp Limits Begin Ferre Keira2025-12-1802.8K views Japan will restrict mercury-containing fluorescent lamps starting in 2026, and the Kanto Smart Living Cooperative is urging the public to plan ahead and gradually replace them with LED lighting. TOKYO,… Read more
Rising Food Prices in Japan Put Pressure on Year-End and New Year Holiday Meals Ferre Keira2025-12-1202.6K views With food prices hitting record highs, Japanese families face tight budgets for Christmas and New Year meals. The Kanto Smart Living Cooperative advises taking advantage of supermarket discounts, buying essentials… Read more
Science Explains How Pets Reduce Stress and Boost Emotional Resilience Julie Howard2025-12-120680 views New psychological findings reveal that interacting with pets triggers a rapid relaxation response in the human brain. From reducing stress to boosting feelings of well-being, the effects are significant. Whether… Read more
Japan Sees Strong Rebound in Academic Exchanges as In-Person Activities and Overseas Participants Surge Julie Howard2025-12-1201.8K views Academic exchanges with Japan are rebounding, with both exchange activities and the number of overseas participants increasing. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Academic exchanges between Japan and other countries are showing… Read more
Hualien Strengthens Its International-Friendly Environment Business PR2025-12-110730 views HUALIEN, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – Hualien continues to strengthen its international-friendly environment for the second consecutive year through the International-Friendly Environment Promotion Program. The Hualien County Government is enhancing daily-life support… Read more
From Mountains to the Sea: Discover Hualien with Our New Global E-Book Business PR2025-12-110625 views HUALIEN, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – The Hualien County Government has officially released the multilingual e-book Discovering Hualien, offering a fresh global perspective on Hualien’s rich culture and stunning natural landscape. The… Read more
Hualien Expands Global Readiness as 21 Local Businesses Complete Bilingual Service Upgrade Ahead of International Sporting Events Business PR2025-12-110775 views HUALIEN, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – As Hualien prepares to host two major international sporting events in 2026 — the IDBF Club Crew World Championships (CCWC) and the International Children’s Games (ICG)… Read more
Japan’s Matcha Industry Confronts Climate-Driven Crisis Julie Howard2025-12-0301.6K views As global demand grows, driven by rising interest from international consumers, Japan’s tencha production has been affected by this year’s extreme heat, resulting in reduced yields and quality. With demand… Read more
Early Flu Season Spurs Reminder: Room-Temperature Water Is Key to Throat Protection Ferre Keira2025-12-0301.3K views This year’s flu season arrived early. The Kanto Smart Living Cooperative reminds the public to keep their throat moist and drink room-temperature water to help prevent infection. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… Read more