Japan’s Sharing Economy Surges Past JPY 3 Trillion, Projected to Reach 14 Trillion by 2030 Julie Howard2025-09-1202K views Global consumption is shifting from ownership to access, making the sharing economy a future mainstream trend. Spanning transport, housing, and skills, it reflects shifting values and tests existing business and… Read more
Hotel Prices Surge in Japan, Lawson’s 24-Hour “RV Park” Offers Affordable Alternative Ferre Keira2025-09-1202K views As Japan’s hotel rates hit record highs, Lawson convenience stores launch “RV Park” services, offering overnight parking with toilets and amenities, giving travelers a cheaper, more flexible option than traditional… Read more
Japan’s Onigiri Boom: Specialty Shops Double Despite Rising Rice Prices Ernest Harry2025-09-0502.9K views While rice prices are rising in Japan, the number of onigiri specialty stores has doubled, making them a new favorite in the food service market. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Despite… Read more
From Tokyo to the World! How Second-Hand Furniture Helps Save the Planet Julie Howard2025-08-2401.6K views As sustainability awareness rises, more people are choosing to furnish their homes with pre-loved items—cutting carbon emissions and giving the world’s forests a chance to breathe. BOSTON, MA (MERXWIRE) –… Read more
Japanese Anime IPs Gain Global Popularity, Emerging as a New Engine for Tourism Growth Ferre Keira2025-08-1504.1K views Japan holds four of the top ten anime character IPs by cumulative revenue worldwide. Their global appeal attracts large numbers of international tourists to anime-related locations, boosting local economies and… Read more
Experts Urge Caution as Most Sunglasses Fail UV Protection Tests Julie Howard2025-08-1501.8K views In the age of rising UV radiation, sunglasses are no longer just a fashion statement but a health necessity. Yet studies reveal that many popular sunglasses fail to meet safety… Read more
Working Smarter? The Digital Age Is Draining Our Minds Julie Howard2025-08-0701.6K views While modern life is more convenient thanks to technology, it also subtly traps people in a whirlpool of digital fatigue. Endless video meetings, information overload, and the rapid rise of… Read more
Plans Underway to Turn Expo 2025 Osaka Site into Legacy Museum Ferre Keira2025-08-0703.2K views To preserve the legacy of the Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai, plans are being considered to convert part of the Yumeshima site into a museum, with business leaders supporting construction costs.… Read more
“Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle” Shatters Box Office Records with Fastest 10 Billion Yen Milestone Ferre Keira2025-08-0101.6K views Japanese anime proves its global power again- “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle” soared past 10 billion yen in just eight days, rewriting box office history. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… Read more
Goodbye to ¥100 Coffee: Japan Convenience Stores Raise Prices Amid Yen Depreciation and Bean Costs Rise Ferre Keira2025-07-2507.6K views Japan’s three major convenience store coffee prices have been raised across the board, with the depreciation of the yen and the surge in coffee beans as the main reasons. TOKYO,… Read more