Japan’s Natto Exports Triple as Global Demand Continues to Rise Ferre Keira2026-04-0902.1K views As Japan’s tourism industry rebounds and global health awareness grows, natto is rapidly expanding into international markets. Export volumes have reached record highs, highlighting the global appeal of this traditional… Read more
Tokyo Finds ¥4.5 Billion in Lost Cash in a Year; Over Half of Lost Items Returned Ferre Keira2026-04-0902.2K views Losing personal belongings is every traveler’s nightmare, but in Japan, more than half of lost items are eventually recovered. The latest statistics show that both lost-and-found reports and cash returns… Read more
Japan Domestic Air Travel Hits Record High, Surpasses 111 Million Passengers in 2025 Ferre Keira2026-04-0902.4K views Japan’s domestic aviation market has fully recovered, with record passenger numbers in 2025 driven by tourism and business travel, signaling a new phase of growth. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Japan’s… Read more
2026 Global Passport Ranking: Singapore Tops and Europe Leads in Travel Freedom Derrick Smith2026-04-0901.3K views In the 2026 Henley Passport Index, Singapore ranks first with access to 192 destinations, followed by Japan and South Korea with 187, while European countries remain among the global leaders… Read more
Global Tourism Surges Back: France Remains World’s Top Destination Derrick Smith2026-04-020923 views In 2025, France maintained its position as the world’s most popular travel destination, welcoming 117 million international visitors. Its capital, Paris, continues to attract large numbers of tourists with iconic… Read more
Japan Pushes Contactless Delivery Policy; Aims for 50% Usage by 2030 Ferre Keira2026-04-0202K views To address labor shortages and rising delivery demand, the Japanese government has approved the “Logistics Policy Outline,” accelerating the adoption of contactless delivery methods such as “placement delivery” and targeting… Read more
Japan Land Prices Rise for Fifth Consecutive Year Amid Strong Urban Housing Demand Ferre Keira2026-04-0202.2K views Japan’s latest land price survey shows nationwide land values have risen for the fifth consecutive year, with urban housing demand keeping the real estate market active—particularly in Tokyo and Osaka.… Read more
Global Demand for Healthier Snacks Grows with Nutrition Awareness Julie Howard2026-04-020359 views As consumers increasingly value taste, health, and functionality in snack choices, purchasing decisions are shifting from flavour-focused preferences toward products that also emphasise nutritional value and wellness benefits. LOS ANGELES,… Read more
Foreign Resident Population in Japan Hits Record High, Surpasses 4 Million in 2025 Ferre Keira2026-04-0202.1K views Driven by rising labor demand and expanded visa programs, the number of foreign residents in Japan exceeded 4 million for the first time at the end of 2025. TOKYO, JAPAN… Read more
Global Cost of Living Rankings 2026: Bermuda Tops the List! Derrick Smith2026-04-020704 views The 2026 Cost of Living Index shows Bermuda firmly in first place with a score of 135.8. The top 10 is largely dominated by island regions and high-income European countries,… Read more