Goodbye Kirakira Names: Japan Cracks Down on Overly Creative Baby Names Julie Howard2025-07-1101.8K views Japan has amended its family registration law to regulate not only the characters used in children’s names but also to require parents to register the reading (pronunciation) of those names.… Read more
Information Overload Is Draining Your Brain! Is It Hurting Our Mental Health? Julie Howard2025-07-1101.9K views Complex designs and constantly updated algorithms make it increasingly difficult for individuals to control the flow of information actively. Being in such an environment for a long time will not… Read more
Narita Unagi Festival Celebrates Tradition Amid Global Conservation Concerns Ferre Keira2025-07-0301.6K views Narita Unagi Festival is here! Savoring Japanese eel culture amidst the aroma, but also facing the dilemma of conservation and trade. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – The annual “Narita Unagi Festival”… Read more
Start Your Day with a World Breakfast Tour Julie Howard2025-06-2601.2K views Breakfast is not only the beginning of the day but also a miniature portrait of a nation. From Asia to Europe, from steaming hot dishes to chilled plates, traditional breakfasts… Read more
Over 80% of Japanese Seniors Want to Keep Working After Retirement, Citing Income, Health, and Purpose Ferre Keira2025-06-2602.4K views More than 80% of Japanese seniors still wish to continue working after retirement for financial reasons, health benefits, and personal fulfillment. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – As Japan enters a super-aged… Read more
Rising Female Population Reshapes Societies Across Asia Julie Howard2025-06-2601.2K views A growing number of countries are seeing a rise in female populations. This demographic trend is not only reshaping societies but also contributing to greater peace and social stability. Vietnam,… Read more
Record Ice Cream Spending in Japan Soars Amid Heatwave and Lifestyle Shifts Ferre Keira2025-06-1902.5K views Ice cream has evolved from a seasonal treat to a year-round desserts, with rising demand driven by extreme heat, lifestyle changes, and cross-generational appeal. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – The Statistics… Read more
Cash Is Still King, But Japan’s Going More Digital Julie Howard2025-06-1202.3K views Expo 2025 Osaka’s cashless payment system reflects global trends in digital finance, underscoring Japan’s gradual shift toward a more digitally driven consumer economy. LOS ANGELES, CA (MERXWIRE) – You won’t… Read more
Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen Lines Launch Trial of No-Reservation Oversized Luggage Storage Ferre Keira2025-06-1202.4K views From July 1, the use of oversized luggage storage without reservation will be trialed on the Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen lines. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – In response to the continued… Read more
Japan Hits Record 3.9 Million Foreign Visitors in April 2025 Ferre Keira2025-06-0502.9K views Japan welcomed a record 3.9089 million foreign visitors in April 2025, boosted by EXPO 2025, cherry blossom tourism, and a weak yen. Tourist numbers rose 28.5% year-on-year, surpassing pre-pandemic levels.… Read more