International Bubble Tea Day on April 30 Highlights Taiwan’s Global Beverage Culture Boom Ferre Keira2026-04-3002.2K 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
Japan’s Golden Week Begins: Discover Deeper Travel Experiences Beyond the Crowds Ferre Keira2026-04-3002.1K views Japan’s Golden Week holiday runs from April 29 to May 6, offering travelers a prime opportunity to experience local culture through seasonal events and pleasant spring weather. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… Read more
80% of Japanese Housewives Use Reward Points to Cope with Rising Living Costs Ferre Keira2026-04-3001.9K 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
Japan Tightens In-Flight Power Bank Rules, Limits to Two Per Passenger and Bans Onboard Use Ferre Keira2026-04-2302.1K views Amid growing safety concerns over lithium batteries, Japan is introducing stricter regulations on power banks carried by airline passengers. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – To enhance aviation safety, the Japanese government… Read more
Are People Eating Less Fruit? Japan’s Consumption Halves Over 50 Years Ferre Keira2026-04-2301.9K views Despite strong agricultural exports, fruit consumption in Japan continues to decline. Over the past 50 years, per capita intake has fallen by half, reflecting changing eating habits. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… Read more
Japan Tackles Sleep Crisis with New “Sleep Disorder” Categories Ferre Keira2026-04-2301.9K views In an effort to improve public awareness of sleep-related issues and address low consultation rates, the Japanese government is reforming its healthcare system by introducing clearly defined “sleep disorder” categories… Read more
TBAA Delegation Visits Hualien to Strengthen Taiwan-U.S. Ties and Global Partnerships Business PR2026-04-220776 views HUALIEN, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – A high-level delegation from the Taiwanese Benevolent Association of America (TBAA), led by President Joanne Chang, visited the Hualien County Government yesterday (April 13) to bolster… Read more
Hualien County, Taiwan, Launches Incentives to Boost International Tourism Business PR2026-04-1702.3K views HUALIEN, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – To boost both inbound and domestic tourism, the Hualien County Government is launching parallel incentives for independent travelers and group tours. For independent travelers, the county… Read more
Rents Are Not the Highest, But Taiwan’s Housing Burden Is Heavier Julie Howard2026-04-1601.1K views Although rental prices in Taiwan are not among the highest globally, the housing burden is disproportionately heavy. Rental pressure has increasingly become a key driver behind the rising cost of… Read more
Japan Food Exports Hit Record High as Beef and Green Tea Drive Growth Ferre Keira2026-04-1602.4K views Japan’s agricultural and food exports continue to grow steadily, with beef, green tea, and sake rapidly emerging as new drivers of overall export expansion. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – According to… Read more