Japan has been suffering from a bear crisis in recent years. The area where bears are active has rapidly increased to 60% of the country. Even residen …
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Touch Screen Ordering Influences Consumer Choice in Conveyor Belt Sushi Restaurants
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraA consumer survey found that one-quarter of the public considers “order food using a touch screen” a factor in choosing a conveyor belt su …
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Japan’s tourism sector is booming, with visitors spending an average of 150,000 yen per person, a significant portion of which goes to accommoda …
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The popularity of Japan’s Hometown Tax Payment System Surges, Donations Exceed 1 Trillion Yen
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraJapan’s hometown tax donation system is becoming increasingly popular among the Japanese people. In 2023, hometown tax donations exceeded the 1 …
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When the Price of Rice in Japan Soars, What is the Most Cost-Effective Way to Eat It?
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraNew rice prices in Japan have increased by 30% to 50% compared with last year. “Udon” has become the first choice as an alternative to ric …
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Global Instant Noodles Demand Declines for First Time, Nissin Foods Bucks Trend and Grows
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraGlobal demand for instant noodles fell by 0.8% for the first time, but Nissin Foods’ revenue bucked the trend and grew by 5.5%. TOKYO, JAPAN (Me …
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Record High Pork Prices in Japan Due to Heatwave, Yen Depreciation, and Inflation
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraThe combination of intense heat, yen depreciation, and rising prices has driven Japan’s wholesale pork prices to a record high, with the cost pe …
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Surge in Visitors from Taiwan and U.S. Drives Record Tourism Numbers in Japan
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraIn June, Japan saw a record number of foreign tourists, primarily driven by visitors from Taiwan and the United States, both set new single-month reco …
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Breakthrough in Artificial Seedling Technology Promises Relief Amid Record High Japanese Eel Prices
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraAs the price of eel in Japan hits a record high, research on the cultivation of artificial eel seedlings has received good news. The cost has dropped …
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Domestic and Overseas Sales of Japanese Ice Cream Hit Record Highs, With Taiwan Purchasing the Most
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraDomestic and overseas sales of Japanese ice cream hit a record high in 2023, with total sales reaching 608.2 billion yen. Among them, the export desti …