Japan Post Sees Record Decline in New Year Postcard Circulation, Launches Gift-Integrated Services to Boost Sales Ferre Keira2024-11-1403.6K views The price of postcards rised to 85 yen, and Japan Post’s New Year’s postcard issuance has dropped by 25% from last year, a record drop in the number of issuances.… Read more
Meditate every day to regain focus and a good mood Amélie Poulain2024-11-1401.8K views According to a survey by the WHO, as many as 300 million people worldwide suffer from depression. In Taiwan, more than 2 million people suffer from this disease, of which 1.25 million are severe depression patients, which seriously affects their work and life. Experts suggest we might try meditating to regulate our emotions. Read more
A Daily Serving of Pistachios Protects Eyes and Slows Aging Julie Howard2024-11-1402K views Pistachios are rich in antioxidants, especially lutein and zeaxanthin, which are known to protect eyes from blue light damage and reduce the risk of macular degeneration. NEW YORK, NY (Merxwire)… Read more
Eating Less Sugar and More Fruit is Good for Health Amélie Poulain2024-11-0302.5K views Some people turn to sweets to relieve stress when they feel tired or depressed, so sugary drinks, desserts, and cookies have become daily staples for many people, but they harm health. These include diabetes, obesity, tooth decay, anxiety, and poorer sleep. It’s time to start implementing a sugar-reduced lifestyle. Read more
Kyoto Anticipates Record Hotel Occupancy as Maple Viewing Season Draws Crowds and Night Tours Flourish Ferre Keira2024-10-3105.2K views November is maple viewing season in Kyoto City, and the hotel occupancy rate is expected to reach 89.5%, a record high. TOKYO, JAPAN (Merxwire) – According to the August monthly… Read more
Japan Strawberry Season is Coming, and Eating Strawberries Daily can Protect Heart Health Julie Howard2024-10-3101.7K views Scientific research shows that strawberries can promote cardiometabolic health, reduce cholesterol and inflammation, and delay cognitive decline, making them suitable for daily consumption. TOKYO, JAPAN (Merxwire) – As Japan’s strawberry… Read more
Japan Proposes New Guidelines to Reduce Restaurant Food Waste by Encouraging Safe Leftover Takeaways Ferre Keira2024-10-2403.5K views Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare has developed specific guidelines, calling people to take leftovers home to reduce food waste. TOKYO, JAPAN (Merxwire) – In Japan, restaurant leftovers are… Read more
Touch Screen Ordering Influences Consumer Choice in Conveyor Belt Sushi Restaurants Ferre Keira2024-10-1703.7K views A consumer survey found that one-quarter of the public considers “order food using a touch screen” a factor in choosing a conveyor belt sushi restaurant, highlighting consumers’ acceptance of the… Read more
Experts Warn Regular Use of Food Packaging may Cause Cancer Risks Julie Howard2024-10-1601.6K views Food packaging may contain carcinogenic chemicals such as bisphenol A (BPA), phthalates, polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), and aniline derivatives to increase its durability, moisture resistance, and oil resistance. Some studies have… Read more
Chinese Autumn Freeze to Maintain Health, but Be Careful of Becoming a Problem Amélie Poulain2024-10-1402.9K views Entering the Cold Dew solar term, the temperature drops significantly, and the temperature difference between morning and evening is even greater. It means that the cold air is increasing, so you should pay more attention to keeping the lower body warm. Falling temperatures will also affect your mood, so Chinese medicine reminds everyone to keep your mood stable during the cold dew season and develop regular exercise habits to help drive away the cold. Read more