Japan’s Decaffeinated Coffee Imports Hit Record High Ferre Keira2026-03-0501.8K views Amid rising health awareness and the continued popularity of coffee culture, Japan’s decaffeinated coffee imports reached 5,632 tons in 2025, setting a new all-time high. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – Driven… Read more
Japan’s Agricultural and Food Exports Hit Record High for 13th Straight Year Ferre Keira2026-03-0501.8K views Japan’s agricultural and food exports rose 12.8% year-on-year to a record ¥1.7 trillion in 2025, marking the 13th consecutive annual increase, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries… Read more
Dining Like a Local: Japan’s Sushi Spending Trends and Regional Specialties Uncovered Ferre Keira2026-02-2601.9K views As inbound tourism to Japan surges, sushi tops travelers’ must-eat lists. New survey data reveals Japanese diners’ favorite toppings and the regions best known for premium seafood. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE)… Read more
Southeast Asian Arrivals Surge as Visitors from 17 Countries Hit Record High in Japan Ferre Keira2026-02-2601.9K views Although the number of Chinese travelers to Japan is declining, the country’s inbound tourism market is undergoing a notable shift. In January, visitors from 17 countries reached record highs, with… Read more
Frozen Food Usage in Japan Shows Slight Increase Amid Rising Prices Ferre Keira2026-02-2602.1K views A 2025 survey by the Japan Frozen Food Association shows a slight rise in frozen food usage. The main factors were rising prices for fresh vegetables and convenience. TOKYO, JAPAN… Read more
【台湾・台東】山海の恵みを世界へ 優良企業8社を率いて日本へ Business PR2026-02-250190 views 台東県政府は2月24日、THE GAYA HOTEL内の「Gaya Café（ガヤ・カフェ）」にて「FOODEX JAPAN 2026 （国際食品・飲料展）台東パビリオン」の出展記者会見を開催しました。 Read more
Japan Tourism Remains Resilient Despite 60.7% Drop in Chinese Visitors Bertram Clark2026-02-1802.7K views The ongoing depreciation of the yen has made Japan an increasingly cost-effective destination, drawing a massive influx of overseas tourists. Between late 2025 and early 2026, the resumption and expansion of several international routes—including Busan-Fukuoka, Taipei-Narita, Bangkok-Sendai, and Sydney-New Chitose—have further bolstered these arrival numbers. Read more
Global Warming Brings Double Blow: Summer Heat and Winter Snowstorms Bertram Clark2026-02-1802.2K views TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – The impacts of global warming are far more complex than we imagine. When people discuss climate change, they often focus on extreme summer heat, melting glaciers,… Read more
Winter Bathing Drowning Risk Rises in Japan, Elderly Death Toll Three Times Higher Than Traffic Accidents Ferre Keira2026-02-1202.4K views Experts and Consumer Aesthetics and Cultural Tourism Society are urging both seniors and overseas visitors to exercise caution when enjoying Japanese-style baths and hot springs during winter, warning that sudden… Read more
Hamamatsu Tops Japan in Household Gyoza Spending for Third Consecutive Year Ferre Keira2026-02-1202K views Hamamatsu City tops Japan in household gyoza spending for 2025, marking its third consecutive year as the nation’s favorite gyoza city. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIRE) – According to the latest household… Read more