Tonkatsu Becomes a Must-Try for Japan Visitors: Which Chains Do Japanese Consumers Prefer? Wisdom Frida2026-06-2502.1K views As inbound tourism to Japan continues to surge, Japanese cuisine has once again become a major attraction. Japanese information website Netorabo recently released the results of its “Best Tonkatsu Chain”… Read more
2026 World Cup Opens Record-Scale Tournament Driving a Global Consumption Boom Julie Howard2026-06-180383 views The opening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup marks more than a global sporting spectacle. As the world’s largest sports event, it is expected to draw billions of fans and… Read more
Japan’s Household Dining Undergoes Major Shift as Frozen Foods and Male Cooking Rise Ferre Keira2026-06-1802K views As dual-income households rise in Japan, eating habits are shifting toward frozen foods and ready-made meals, while increasing male participation in cooking reflects changing family roles and a stronger focus… Read more
From Colorful to Minimal: Japanese Food Packaging Embraces Simplicity Ferre Keira2026-06-1802.2K views A growing number of Japanese food companies are simplifying product packaging, reflecting both rising production costs and a broader shift toward minimalist design and sustainable consumption. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) –… Read more
Reporters Without Borders: Global Press Freedom Index Falls to Its Lowest Level in 25 Years Derrick Smith2026-06-180821 views The 2026 World Press Freedom Index shows that global press freedom continues to deteriorate, with the average score hitting a 25-year low. More than half of the countries are classified… Read more
Kansai Airport Completes Major Renovation Ahead of Summer Peak Ferre Keira2026-06-1802K views Although inbound visitors to Japan in May slightly declined, several markets set new records. As the summer travel peak approaches, Kansai Airport has completed its renovation and reopened to strengthen… Read more
Japan Tourism Shifts from Shopping to Experience-Based Travel Ferre Keira2026-06-0404K views As inbound tourism continues to recover, Japan’s tourism consumption has reached a new record high, with both shopping and experience-based spending increasing. The shift indicates that visitor spending patterns are… Read more
Japan Sunscreen Market Grows on Male Demand Wisdom Frida2026-06-0402.1K views As summer temperatures and UV levels rise in Japan, the sunscreen market continues to grow, driven by increasing demand for convenient reapplication products and a rising number of male consumers.… Read more
Japan’s Births Hit Record Low, 15 Years Ahead of Forecasts Wisdom Frida2026-06-0402.4K views Japan’s birth rate and number of births have both fallen to record lows, with annual births dropping to around 670,000, nearly 15 years ahead of government projections. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… Read more
Fan Spending Defies Inflation as Team Loyalty Drives Consumer Demand Julie Howard2026-06-030552 views Baseball fans demonstrate strong identity and loyalty toward their teams. Beyond purchasing tickets to attend games, they are also willing to spend on team merchandise, special events, and enhanced game-day… Read more