Hamamatsu Tops Japan in Household Gyoza Spending for Third Consecutive Year Ferre Keira2026-02-1202.3K views Hamamatsu City tops Japan in household gyoza spending for 2025, marking its third consecutive year as the nation’s favorite gyoza city. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – According to the latest household… Read more
Japan’s Supermarket Ready-Made Meals Hit Record High Ferre Keira2026-02-0503.9K views Japan’s ready-made meal market has surpassed ¥11 trillion, indicating rising consumer demand. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative advises consumers to consider both convenience and product shelf life. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) –… Read more
Japan’s Valentine’s Day Chocolate Season Turns Bitter as Cocoa Prices Soar Ferre Keira2026-01-2203.4K views As Valentine’s Day approaches, department stores across Japan are rolling out chocolate-themed promotions, but this year’s celebrations come with a bitter note. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – With Valentine’s Day drawing… Read more
Japan’s Matcha Craze Becomes a New Driver of Experiential Tourism Ferre Keira2026-01-0802.8K views Japan’s matcha boom is extending beyond cafés and export markets, increasingly shaping travel trends as foreign visitors seek immersive tea experiences that blend culture, craftsmanship and culinary tourism. TOKYO, JAPAN… Read more
Mochi Safety Alert: Elderly and Visitors Urged to Eat Slowly Ferre Keira2026-01-0102.6K views Mochi is frequently served during the New Year period, but it also poses a hidden risk of choking. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative reminds everyone that January is the peak season… Read more
Chocolate Is Getting Pricier, and Consumers Are Adjusting Julie Howard2025-12-2501K views Volatility in cocoa supply is affecting more than prices; it is reshaping the overall structure of the chocolate industry. From raw material sourcing to consumer choices, the sweets market is… Read more
Japan’s Ice Cream Market Heats Up as Winter Consumption Surges Ferre Keira2025-12-2501.7K views The Japanese ice cream market continues to expand, with significant growth in winter sales. With improved living conditions, the rise of therapeutic consumption, and convenience stores pushing up prices, ice… Read more
Rising Food Prices in Japan Put Pressure on Year-End and New Year Holiday Meals Ferre Keira2025-12-1202.8K views With food prices hitting record highs, Japanese families face tight budgets for Christmas and New Year meals. The Kanto Smart Living Cooperative advises taking advantage of supermarket discounts, buying essentials… Read more
Japan’s Matcha Industry Confronts Climate-Driven Crisis Julie Howard2025-12-0302K views As global demand grows, driven by rising interest from international consumers, Japan’s tencha production has been affected by this year’s extreme heat, resulting in reduced yields and quality. With demand… Read more
Seafood Without the Sea? Aquaculture Rapidly Becomes Japan’s New Market Mainstream Julie Howard2025-11-2002.2K views Affected by climate change, declining seaweed beds, and volatile catch volumes, Japan’s seafood supply is undergoing a major shift from wild capture to aquaculture. The rapid expansion of fish farms… Read more