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Working Smarter? The Digital Age Is Draining Our Minds

While modern life is more convenient thanks to technology, it also subtly traps people in a whirlpool of digital fatigue. Endless video meetings, info…

Working Smarter? The Digital Age Is Draining Our Minds
Plans Underway to Turn Expo 2025 Osaka Site into Legacy Museum

To preserve the legacy of the Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai, plans are being considered to convert part of the Yumeshima site into a museum, with business le…

Plans Underway to Turn Expo 2025 Osaka Site into Legacy Museum
Tourism-Related Consumer Disputes in Japan Reach Record High, Accommodation Issues Top the List

The surge in tourism to Japan is driving up consumer disputes. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative urges tourists to familiarize themselves with four consu…

Tourism-Related Consumer Disputes in Japan Reach Record High, Accommodation Issues Top the List
Goodbye to ¥100 Coffee: Japan Convenience Stores Raise Prices Amid Yen Depreciation and Bean Costs Rise

Japan’s three major convenience store coffee prices have been raised across the board, with the depreciation of the yen and the surge in coffee …

Goodbye to ¥100 Coffee: Japan Convenience Stores Raise Prices Amid Yen Depreciation and Bean Costs Rise
European Art Editors and Awards Club (EAEAC) Launches New Official Website

The European Art Editors and Awards Club (EAEAC) welcomes all professionals and enthusiasts who are passionate about art and design to join the club, …

European Art Editors and Awards Club (EAEAC) Launches New Official Website
Japan Reaches Record 336,708 International Students in 2024

The number of students studying in Japan has reached a new high. Study & Live Japan Association has put forward five key reminders to help student…

Japan Reaches Record 336,708 International Students in 2024
Summer Fatigue? Your Body May Be Losing Key Minerals

What feels like simple heat exhaustion may be your body quietly losing essential minerals. Research shows that students, office workers, and menopausa…

Summer Fatigue? Your Body May Be Losing Key Minerals
Inbound Tourism to Japan Hits New Milestones Amid Weakened Yen and Expanded Flights

The depreciation of the yen and the expansion of flights led to more than 3.37 million foreign tourists in Japan in June, which not only set a record …

Inbound Tourism to Japan Hits New Milestones Amid Weakened Yen and Expanded Flights
Goodbye Kirakira Names: Japan Cracks Down on Overly Creative Baby Names

Japan has amended its family registration law to regulate not only the characters used in children’s names but also to require parents to regist…

Goodbye Kirakira Names: Japan Cracks Down on Overly Creative Baby Names
Information Overload Is Draining Your Brain! Is It Hurting Our Mental Health?

Complex designs and constantly updated algorithms make it increasingly difficult for individuals to control the flow of information actively. Being in…

Information Overload Is Draining Your Brain! Is It Hurting Our Mental Health?
Japan Reports Highest Drowning Accidents in a Decade

Japan’s drowning accidents hit a 10-year high in 2024. Kanto Smart Living Cooperative called on the public to be vigilant, abide by safety rules…

Japan Reports Highest Drowning Accidents in a Decade
Narita Unagi Festival Celebrates Tradition Amid Global Conservation Concerns

Narita Unagi Festival is here! Savoring Japanese eel culture amidst the aroma, but also facing the dilemma of conservation and trade. TOKYO, JAPAN (ME…

Narita Unagi Festival Celebrates Tradition Amid Global Conservation Concerns
Spike in Mountain Accidents Near Cities Highlights Hidden Risks of Low-Elevation Hikes

Kanto Smart Living Cooperative reminds that mountain accidents are frequent in suburban mountainous areas. Before climbing, you must plan and carry th…

Spike in Mountain Accidents Near Cities Highlights Hidden Risks of Low-Elevation Hikes
Homemade Bento Gains Popularity as Lunch Prices Soar: Five Practical Tips for Busy Office Workers

Japanese office workers’ lunch expenses hit a new high, and most people choose homemade bento to save money; Kanto Smart Living Cooperative prov…

Homemade Bento Gains Popularity as Lunch Prices Soar: Five Practical Tips for Busy Office Workers
Over 80% of Japanese Seniors Want to Keep Working After Retirement, Citing Income, Health, and Purpose

More than 80% of Japanese seniors still wish to continue working after retirement for financial reasons, health benefits, and personal fulfillment. TO…

Over 80% of Japanese Seniors Want to Keep Working After Retirement, Citing Income, Health, and Purpose
Kanto Smart Living Cooperative Issues Heatstroke Prevention Guidelines Amid Rising Summer Risks in Japan

Prevention is key—stay cool, stay hydrated, and watch over the vulnerable. Even cloudy days carry heatstroke risks,” Kanto Smart Living Cooperative st…

Kanto Smart Living Cooperative Issues Heatstroke Prevention Guidelines Amid Rising Summer Risks in Japan
Record Ice Cream Spending in Japan Soars Amid Heatwave and Lifestyle Shifts

Ice cream has evolved from a seasonal treat to a year-round desserts, with rising demand driven by extreme heat, lifestyle changes, and cross-generati…

Record Ice Cream Spending in Japan Soars Amid Heatwave and Lifestyle Shifts
Cash Is Still King, But Japan's Going More Digital

Expo 2025 Osaka’s cashless payment system reflects global trends in digital finance, underscoring Japan’s gradual shift toward a more digi…

Cash Is Still King, But Japan's Going More Digital
Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen Lines Launch Trial of No-Reservation Oversized Luggage Storage

From July 1, the use of oversized luggage storage without reservation will be trialed on the Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen lines. TOKYO, JAPAN (MERXWIR…

Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen Lines Launch Trial of No-Reservation Oversized Luggage Storage
Japan's Capsule Toy Market Booms, Set to Expand Further in 2025

Japan’s capsule toy market is booming, attracting not just children but also adults and tourists. Rapid store and product growth and expansion i…

Japan's Capsule Toy Market Booms, Set to Expand Further in 2025
Deepfake Fraud Surges Over 2,000% Amid AI-Driven Scam Wave

AI-driven deepfake fraud is rapidly increasing, threatening global financial security. Recent data show a sharp rise in sophisticated scams, highlight…

Deepfake Fraud Surges Over 2,000% Amid AI-Driven Scam Wave
Japan Hits Record 3.9 Million Foreign Visitors in April 2025

Japan welcomed a record 3.9089 million foreign visitors in April 2025, boosted by EXPO 2025, cherry blossom tourism, and a weak yen. Tourist numbers r…

Japan Hits Record 3.9 Million Foreign Visitors in April 2025
Japan's Beloved White Rice Faces Record Prices Amid Tourism Boom

The resurgence of tourism in Japan has led to a sharp increase in white rice consumption. To meet the high demand for high-quality meals, many local r…

Japan's Beloved White Rice Faces Record Prices Amid Tourism Boom
How an Animated Film Generates Hundreds of Millions of Dollars in Revenue

Japanese animated films have evolved from cultural products into powerful economic engines. From the 40 billion yen box office success of Demon Slayer…

How an Animated Film Generates Hundreds of Millions of Dollars in Revenue
Rice Prices Continue to Rise as Noodles and Root Vegetables Become New Staple Choices

With rice prices rising in Japan, households are turning to cheaper alternatives. A new report recommends wheat products, root vegetables, and low-GI …

Rice Prices Continue to Rise as Noodles and Root Vegetables Become New Staple Choices