Life & Consumer

Japan’s convenience store industry has recorded its highest-ever sales, but is facing declining customer traffic, as rising prices and shifting consumer behavior present growing challenges. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) -Japan’s convenience …

According to Statista, cocoa prices stayed between $2 and $3/kg from 2016, rose to $7.33 in 2024, and are estimated to peak at $8 in 2025. Prices may drop slightly …

Amid rising prices, frugality is spreading among consumers in Japan. At the same time, spending is becoming increasingly polarized, with more people prioritizing personal interests and experiences. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) …

As Tokyo’s housing prices continue to rise, popular rental and home-buying locations are moving from the city center to more affordable, convenient suburban areas. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – According to …

The trend toward healthier eating is driving renewed interest in brown rice. According to Japan’s Brown Rice Food White Paper 2025, online searches for brown rice have increased by 24% …

Changing lifestyles and proactive industry expansion have pushed Japan’s breakfast market to a record high in 2025, with demand continuing to rise. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Japan’s breakfast market is …

Amid mounting pressure from geopolitical tensions and rising energy costs, the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) reported that global wheat prices increased by 1.8% month over …

TAIPEI, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – The Department of Sports, Taipei City Government and Taiwan Dancesport Development Association jointly organize the “2026 World Grand Prix Taipei Open,” which will be held at …

Rising costs are driving more Japanese to consider moving to regional areas, with Gunma, Tochigi, and Nagano topping the 2025 relocation survey. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – As living costs and …

Japan’s Tourism Agency reported that international visitor overnight stays rose 8.2% in 2025 to 178 million. Tottori Prefecture saw the fastest growth, with foreign guest nights increasing nearly 70%, highlighting …