Japan Water Bottle and Lunch Box Sales Rise as “Self-Catering” Lifestyle Gains Momentum Ferre Keira2026-05-2802.4K views Amid rising living costs, Japanese consumers are increasingly changing their spending habits, with self-carried water bottles and homemade lunches becoming a growing trend. Both market sales and search interest are… Read more
Japan’s Growing Interest in Gig Work Pushes Potential Workforce to 14 Million Ferre Keira2026-05-2802.8K 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
Affordable Coffee Gains Popularity as Living Costs Rise in Taiwan Julie Howard2026-05-2801.2K views Taiwan’s coffee market has experienced repeated price increases in recent years, yet convenience store coffee sales have continued to grow steadily. Market data suggests that convenience stores, supported by competitive… Read more
Over 40% of Western and Australian Tourists Try Beauty Services in Japan, Survey Finds Ferre Keira2026-05-2803.2K 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
Younger Travellers Drive Demand for Low-Cost Tourism Options in Japan Julie Howard2026-05-280843 views Despite the weak yen boosting tourism, rising prices and slow wage growth are driving more Japanese consumers toward budget-friendly travel, with growing demand for overnight buses, affordable hotels, and short,… Read more
Japan’s Wagyu Beef Exports Hit Record High, with Taiwan Among Top Overseas Markets Ferre Keira2026-05-2103.3K views Japan’s Wagyu beef exports have reached a new record high, according to the latest data from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. Taiwan, the United States, and Hong Kong… Read more
Pet-Friendly Plants Gain Attention Amid Rising Indoor Gardening Trend Julie Howard2026-05-210593 views As indoor gardening and cat ownership grow in popularity, many households add green plants to their living spaces for comfort and aesthetics. However, veterinarians warn that several common ornamental plants… Read more
Japanese Confectionery Exports Hit Record High, Driven by Inbound Tourism and Weak Yen Ferre Keira2026-05-2103.1K views Supported by a surge in inbound tourism and a weaker yen, Japanese confectionery exports continue to grow, with Asian markets expanding steadily and demand also rising across emerging regions such… Read more
Tokyo’s Shibuya Cracks Down on Littering, Fines Set at 2,000 Yen Ferre Keira2026-05-2102.6K views Tokyo’s Shibuya Ward has strengthened its anti-littering measures under revised local regulations that took effect in April 2026, with penalties officially enforced starting in June. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – As… Read more
Japan’s Child Population Declines for 45th Consecutive Year, Reshaping Toy and Childcare Markets Sheila Nelly2026-05-1402.7K 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