Japan’s Iconic First Sales Postponed to January 3, 2026 Bertram Clark2025-10-0206.3K views Kanto Smart Living Cooperative reminds travelers that many Japanese department stores have postponed their Hatsuuri sales to January 3. Check store hours before planning your trip to avoid disappointment. TOKYO,… Read more
Tokyo’s AI-Powered Matchmaking App Connects Hundreds as Japan Tackles Declining Birthrate Bertram Clark2025-09-2507.5K views In response to Japan’s falling birthrate, Tokyo launched its official matchmaking app, TOKYO Enmusubi, in 2024, using AI to pair compatible singles. With nearly 300 couples matched, the Kanto Smart… Read more
Japan’s Furusato Tax Donations Hit Record ¥1.27 Trillion in FY2024, Takarazuka City Tops List Ferre Keira2025-09-1205.4K views Japan’s Furusato Tax donations hit a record ¥1.27 trillion in FY2024. Takarazuka City ranked first with ¥25.668 billion, mainly from two major hospital donations, while popular rewards like seafood and… Read more
Japan’s Sharing Economy Surges Past JPY 3 Trillion, Projected to Reach 14 Trillion by 2030 Julie Howard2025-09-1202.4K 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 Keira2025-09-1202.1K 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 Harry2025-09-0503.5K 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 Howard2025-08-2401.8K 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 Keira2025-08-1505.8K 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 Howard2025-08-1502K 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 Howard2025-08-0701.9K 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