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
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
Japan’s Child Population Declines for 45th Consecutive Year, Reshaping Toy and Childcare Markets Sheila Nelly2026-05-1402.3K views Japan’s demographic challenges continue to deepen as the population of children aged 15 and under has fallen for the 45th consecutive year, reaching a record low. With birth rates remaining… Read more
Global Ageing Trend: WHO Projects 2.1 Billion People Aged 60 and Over by 2050 Derrick Smith2026-05-1404.5K views With global life expectancy now at 73.8 years, countries from developed economies to emerging markets are broadly facing increasing pressure on healthcare, labor, and social systems. An ageing society has… Read more
Redefining Taiwan: The Danjiang Bridge by Zaha Hadid Sheila Nelly2026-05-120717 views NEW TAIPEI, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – The Danjiang Bridge spans the estuary of the Tamsui River and stands as one of Taiwan’s most representative major public infrastructure projects in recent years.… Read more
Unmanned Stores Rapidly Expand Across Japan, From Chains to Independent Businesses Ferre Keira2026-05-0702.7K views Amid labor shortages and rising personnel costs, unmanned stores are rapidly gaining ground in Japan. From large retail chains to independently operated shops, businesses across industries are adopting this new… Read more
Japan’s Ready-Made Meal Market Grows 1.5 Times in 20 Years Ferre Keira2026-05-0702.7K views Japan’s ready-made meal (sozai) market continues to expand as dual-income households rise and demographic changes reshape consumer behavior. The market is projected to grow 1.5 times over the past two… Read more
Global Life Expectancy: Monaco Tops at 86 While Nigeria Lags at 55 Audrey Hazel2026-05-0701.9K views While global life expectancy is on the rise, disparities between countries remain significant. The advantages enjoyed by long-lived nations in healthcare and living conditions stand in stark contrast to the… Read more
International Bubble Tea Day on April 30 Highlights Taiwan’s Global Beverage Culture Boom Ferre Keira2026-04-3002.7K views Today marks International Bubble Tea Day, a global celebration of Taiwan’s bubble tea culture, which continues to gain international attention and showcase its cross-border cultural and culinary influence. TAIPEI, TAIWAN… Read more
80% of Japanese Housewives Use Reward Points to Cope with Rising Living Costs Ferre Keira2026-04-3002.1K views As living costs continue to rise, Japanese households are changing their money-saving habits. Many homemakers are now turning to reward point systems and daily spending adjustments to make cost-cutting easier… Read more