Tonkatsu Becomes a Must-Try for Japan Visitors: Which Chains Do Japanese Consumers Prefer? Wisdom Frida2026-06-2502.3K views As inbound tourism to Japan continues to surge, Japanese cuisine has once again become a major attraction. Japanese information website Netorabo recently released the results of its “Best Tonkatsu Chain”… Read more
2026 World Cup Opens Record-Scale Tournament Driving a Global Consumption Boom Julie Howard2026-06-180550 views The opening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup marks more than a global sporting spectacle. As the world’s largest sports event, it is expected to draw billions of fans and… Read more
Permanent Magnets Dominate Rare Earth Demand as EVs and Wind Power Drive Growth Julie Howard2026-06-180673 views As the global energy transition accelerates alongside the rapid expansion of high-tech industries, rare earth elements have become a strategic cornerstone of modern technology and clean energy supply chains. HOUSTON,… Read more
Japan’s Household Dining Undergoes Major Shift as Frozen Foods and Male Cooking Rise Ferre Keira2026-06-1802.1K views As dual-income households rise in Japan, eating habits are shifting toward frozen foods and ready-made meals, while increasing male participation in cooking reflects changing family roles and a stronger focus… Read more
Japan Foreign Population Tops 4 Million as Driver License Rules Tighten Wisdom Frida2026-06-180717 views After Japan’s registered foreign resident population exceeded 4 million, the government strengthened regulatory oversight, significantly increasing the difficulty of the foreign driver’s license conversion examination. OSAKA, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) –Japan is… Read more
From Colorful to Minimal: Japanese Food Packaging Embraces Simplicity Ferre Keira2026-06-1802.6K views A growing number of Japanese food companies are simplifying product packaging, reflecting both rising production costs and a broader shift toward minimalist design and sustainable consumption. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) –… Read more
El Niño Likelihood Rises as WMO Warns of Escalating Climate Risks Wisdom Frida2026-06-180558 views The global climate system may be entering another El Niño cycle, with extreme weather risks continuing to escalate. Climate change is increasingly shaping the global economy and household expenditures, from… Read more
Kansai Airport Completes Major Renovation Ahead of Summer Peak Ferre Keira2026-06-1802.1K views Although inbound visitors to Japan in May slightly declined, several markets set new records. As the summer travel peak approaches, Kansai Airport has completed its renovation and reopened to strengthen… Read more
Japan Tourism Shifts from Shopping to Experience-Based Travel Ferre Keira2026-06-0404.4K views As inbound tourism continues to recover, Japan’s tourism consumption has reached a new record high, with both shopping and experience-based spending increasing. The shift indicates that visitor spending patterns are… Read more
Japan Sunscreen Market Grows on Male Demand Wisdom Frida2026-06-0402.3K views As summer temperatures and UV levels rise in Japan, the sunscreen market continues to grow, driven by increasing demand for convenient reapplication products and a rising number of male consumers.… Read more