Latest Japanese Study: Sushi Dipped in Wasabi can Prevent Dementia Amélie Poulain2024-02-1802.2K views Eating sashimi dipped in “wasabi” not only adds a spiciness to the fresh fish, it also has a food science-based sterilizing effect, reducing the risk of eating raw fish. The latest research shows that adding “wasabi” to dishes can reduce the risk of dementia and improve the memory, attention, and language skills of the elderly. Read more
Tourism Revenue in Japan Reached a New High Record in 2023, Taiwanese Tourists have the Highest Spending Power Amélie Poulain2024-02-0103.9K views After the COVID-19 epidemic, global tourism exploded in 2023, and Japan in Asia became one of the most popular tourist countries. The latest statistics from the Japanese government show that the total domestic consumption of foreign tourists in Japan in 2023 has reached 5.29 trillion yen, a record high since 2010. Read more
Japan Issues Unusually High Temperatures Report, The Weather will Be Warm over The New Year Holidays Amélie Poulain2023-12-3002.7K views According to forecasts from the Japan Meteorological Agency, this New Year will usher in unusually high temperatures once in 10 years. The warm weather will continue for a week, with higher-than-normal temperatures possible across the country. In Kanto and the areas west of it, the maximum temperature will reach 15 degrees, and the high temperature in Tokyo may reach 18 degrees. Read more
The Water Level of “Lake Biwa” in Japan has Dropped, Which May Cause a Water shortage in the Kansai Region Amélie Poulain2023-12-2603.6K views Japan’s largest freshwater lake “Lake Biwa” has been affected by drought and a drastic drop in rainfall in the Kinki region in the past six months, and the lake level has continued to drop. The drop in water levels has changed the lake’s landscape and affected the livelihoods of surrounding fishermen. If the water level continues to drop, it may trigger a water shortage crisis in the Kansai region. Read more
Top 10 Travel Destinations Japanese Want to Visit during The New Year Holiday Amélie Poulain2023-12-0802.3K views After COVID-19 was downgraded to a seasonal flu level in Japan, many people began to arrange their first overseas trips after the epidemic to prepare for the New Year. Large travel companies recently announced a ranking of popular overseas travel destinations during the New Year holiday. The top three are Seoul, Taipei, and Hawaii. Read more
Attention Focused on Wu Liying’s New Artwork at the 39th International Lanting Calligraphy Kyoto Exhibition Irma Katherine2023-11-0401.8K views Kyoto, Japan (Merxwire) – The 39th International Lanting Calligraphy Exhibition, which was held at Miyako Messe in Kyoto, Japan, featured calligraphy works from China, Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea. The… Read more
Wu Liying’s New Artwork Gained Attention at the 39th International Lanting Calligraphy Kyoto Exhibition Derrick Smith2023-11-0402.1K views Kyoto, Japan (Merxwire) – The 39th International Lanting Calligraphy Exhibition, held at Miyako Messe in Kyoto, Japan, features calligraphy works from China, Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea. The exhibition takes… Read more
Japan Housing Market is Heating Up! Single-Family Homes Sold Increased Most Significantly Ferre Keira2023-09-1902.3K views Japanese housing market rose against the trend. The home sales index in May was 114.7, an increase of 2.6% from the previous month. Among them, the sales volume of single-family… Read more
Japan Released That Multiple Food Radioactive Material Tests Meet Standards Ferre Keira2023-09-0801.9K views After the Fukushima wastewater was discharged, Japan released the local government’s test report on radioactive substances in food. The test items included milk, baby food, drinking water, agricultural products, seafood… Read more
Earning 6.8 Trillion Yen in 3 Months, the Consumption of Tourists in Japan Has Increased by 11 Times Ferre Keira2023-09-0302.1K views Japan’s tourism revenue and visitor numbers hit new post-pandemic highs. The Japan Tourism Agency announced that from April to June, domestic travel consumption in Japan reached 5.5963 billion yen, an increase of 27.7% compared to last year. Spending by foreign tourists reached 1,205.2 billion yen, 11.5 times that of the previous year’s period. Read more