From Tokyo to the World! How Second-Hand Furniture Helps Save the Planet Julie Howard2025-08-2401.7K views As sustainability awareness rises, more people are choosing to furnish their homes with pre-loved items—cutting carbon emissions and giving the world’s forests a chance to breathe. BOSTON, MA (MERXWIRE) –… Read more
JLPT Applicants Hit Record 1.72 Million as Demand for Japan Jobs and Tourism Soars Ferre Keira2025-08-2405.3K views As demand for employment and tourism in Japan continues to rise, the number of applicants for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) has increased annually, exceeding 1.72 million in 2024,… Read more
Japanese Anime IPs Gain Global Popularity, Emerging as a New Engine for Tourism Growth Ferre Keira2025-08-1505.4K views Japan holds four of the top ten anime character IPs by cumulative revenue worldwide. Their global appeal attracts large numbers of international tourists to anime-related locations, boosting local economies and… Read more
Japan’s Workforce Mental Health Issues Cost ¥7.6 Trillion Annually Ferre Keira2025-08-1504K views A Japanese study reveals that mental health issues among workers cost the Japanese economy 7.6 trillion yen annually. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative is urging this issue to be addressed and… Read more
Experts Urge Caution as Most Sunglasses Fail UV Protection Tests Julie Howard2025-08-1502K views In the age of rising UV radiation, sunglasses are no longer just a fashion statement but a health necessity. Yet studies reveal that many popular sunglasses fail to meet safety… Read more
Working Smarter? The Digital Age Is Draining Our Minds Julie Howard2025-08-0701.8K views While modern life is more convenient thanks to technology, it also subtly traps people in a whirlpool of digital fatigue. Endless video meetings, information overload, and the rapid rise of… Read more
Plans Underway to Turn Expo 2025 Osaka Site into Legacy Museum Ferre Keira2025-08-0703.5K views To preserve the legacy of the Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai, plans are being considered to convert part of the Yumeshima site into a museum, with business leaders supporting construction costs.… Read more
“Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle” Shatters Box Office Records with Fastest 10 Billion Yen Milestone Ferre Keira2025-08-0101.7K views Japanese anime proves its global power again- “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle” soared past 10 billion yen in just eight days, rewriting box office history. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… Read more
Stress, Sales, and Spending! Research Shows Mindful Consumers Feel Happier Julie Howard2025-07-2401.7K views Impulse purchases are commonly triggered by stress; however, recent studies suggest that mindful consumption can help reduce regret and anxiety, while also improving emotional stability and financial well-being. BOSTON, MA… Read more
Summer Fatigue? Your Body May Be Losing Key Minerals Julie Howard2025-07-2401.9K views What feels like simple heat exhaustion may be your body quietly losing essential minerals. Research shows that students, office workers, and menopausal women are particularly susceptible to nutrient imbalances during… Read more