Japan Tourism Shifts from Shopping to Experience-Based Travel Ferre Keira2026-06-0404.3K 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 Frida2026-06-0402.2K 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 Frida2026-06-0402.5K 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 Howard2026-06-030692 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
“2026 Yehliu Night Tours: See the Queen’s Head Illuminated at Night” Open June 28, Discounted Tickets on Sale June 1 Business PR2026-06-010822 views NEW TAIPEI CITY, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – Organized by the North Coast & Guanyinshan National Scenic Area Headquarters, Tourism Administration, MOTC., the annual “2026 Yehliu Night Tours: See the Queen’s Head… Read more
Japan Water Bottle and Lunch Box Sales Rise as “Self-Catering” Lifestyle Gains Momentum Ferre Keira2026-05-2802.3K views Amid rising living costs, Japanese consumers are increasingly changing their spending habits, with self-carried water bottles and homemade lunches becoming a growing trend. Both market sales and search interest are… Read more
Japan’s Growing Interest in Gig Work Pushes Potential Workforce to 14 Million Ferre Keira2026-05-2802.7K views As prices continue to rise and minimum wages increase across Japan, more people are showing interest in taking on gig and short-term jobs to supplement their income. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… Read more
Affordable Coffee Gains Popularity as Living Costs Rise in Taiwan Julie Howard2026-05-280906 views Taiwan’s coffee market has experienced repeated price increases in recent years, yet convenience store coffee sales have continued to grow steadily. Market data suggests that convenience stores, supported by competitive… Read more
Over 40% of Western and Australian Tourists Try Beauty Services in Japan, Survey Finds Ferre Keira2026-05-2802.8K views A recent survey shows that more than 40% of travelers from Europe, North America, and Australia have used beauty-related services in Japan, with “cleanliness and hygiene” and “Japanese techniques” receiving… Read more
Younger Travellers Drive Demand for Low-Cost Tourism Options in Japan Julie Howard2026-05-280690 views Despite the weak yen boosting tourism, rising prices and slow wage growth are driving more Japanese consumers toward budget-friendly travel, with growing demand for overnight buses, affordable hotels, and short,… Read more