Japan Proposes New Guidelines to Reduce Restaurant Food Waste by Encouraging Safe Leftover Takeaways Ferre Keira2024-10-2403.1K 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 Keira2024-10-1702.8K 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 Howard2024-10-1601.4K 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 Poulain2024-10-1402.7K 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
Japan’s Hotel Battle: Luxurious Breakfast Becomes a Key Selling Point Ferre Keira2024-10-0303.3K views Japan’s tourism sector is booming, with visitors spending an average of 150,000 yen per person, a significant portion of which goes to accommodation. As hotels compete to attract international tourists,… Read more
Asia Dominates Instant Noodle Market: China Leads in Total Consumption While Vietnam Tops Per Capita Rankings Ferre Keira2024-09-26011K views The top five instant noodles sales are from Asian countries, with China ranking first in total consumption and Vietnam ranking first in per capita consumption. HANOI, VIETNAM (Merxwire) – The… Read more
Uncovering the Secret of Okinawan People’s Health and Longevity Amélie Poulain2024-09-2402.3K views Okinawa is the fifth largest island in Japan. In addition to being an excellent choice for many people to travel abroad, it also has a reputation as a health and longevity village. Research statistics show that on average, there are 68 centenarians for every 100,000 Okinawans or those about to reach 100. Scientists have been keen to explore their secrets to longevity. Read more
The popularity of Japan’s Hometown Tax Payment System Surges, Donations Exceed 1 Trillion Yen Ferre Keira2024-09-1801.4K views Japan’s hometown tax donation system is becoming increasingly popular among the Japanese people. In 2023, hometown tax donations exceeded the 1 trillion yen mark, an increase of 15% compared with… Read more
The World’s 13 Best Cities for Nightlife have been Released, Rio De Janeiro Takes First Amélie Poulain2024-09-1604.4K views The well-known UK cultural media recently announced the world’s best cities for nightlife in 2024. From hundreds of cities, 13 cities were selected for city evaluation with the best nightlife quality. In the end, the famous “party city” Rio de Janeiro of Brazil won the championship, followed closely by Manila and Berlin. Read more
When the Price of Rice in Japan Soars, What is the Most Cost-Effective Way to Eat It? Ferre Keira2024-09-1104.8K views New rice prices in Japan have increased by 30% to 50% compared with last year. “Udon” has become the first choice as an alternative to rice, and Matsuya and Yoshinoya’s… Read more