2+ day, 21+ hour ago  (1432+ words) As Japan's book market contracts and reading habits evolve, Maruzen Junkudo Bookstores is reshaping the role of physical bookstores. The company is blending print, digital, and cultural experiences to sustain reading culture while expanding its reach at home and abroad....

4+ day, 7+ hour ago  (199+ words) Reimagining bookstores as hubs for culture, education and lifelong learning. By Daniel de Bomford The smell of new leaf, the sounds of rustling pages, the quiet, contemplative atmosphere, few places leave a more profound impression than a bookstore. Within its…...

5+ day, 16+ hour ago  (1209+ words) After decades shaping outbound travel, World Air-Sea Service is expanding inbound programmes built around small groups, regional partnerships and culture-first itineraries. The goal is to steer visitors beyond crowded hotspots, support local communities and deliver richer, story-driven journeys across Japan....

1+ week, 14+ hour ago  (810+ words) To begin, Japan is currently facing a significant demographic challenge. The total population is projected to be around 123 million in 2025, while the declining birth rate has reached a record low of 1.15" in 2024. The number of marriages registered annually has also…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (1340+ words) As Japan's wedding market shrinks, Treat Co., Ltd. is widening its playbook'pairing couture-level craftsmanship and meticulous hospitality with guestwear, jewelry and lab-grown diamonds, while chasing inbound demand and resort growth from Okinawa to key hubs across Asia. It is true…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (1720+ words) From the famous Onigiri Senbei to luxury resorts, IX Holdings is transforming the Ise-Shima region through business diversity and digital innovation. Your headquarters group is involved in a wide range of businesses snack foods, alcohol, beverages, and more and you…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (352+ words) HAPPO-EN Brings Japanese Culture to Weddings and Events'The Worldfolio HAPPO-EN Brings Japanese Culture to Weddings and Events By Daniel de Bomford For more than eight decades, HAPPO-EN has occupied a rare position in Tokyo's event landscape. Its signature Shirokane Venue…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (1461+ words) The development of safer vehicles is driven by a wide range of sensor technologies that allow cars to better perceive, detect, and respond to their surroundings. Yes, I completely agree with that assessment. The domestic market is indeed saturated, and…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (191+ words) By Daniel de Bomford For more than half a century, WAS Tours has approached travel with a rare philosophy: journeys should deepen understanding, not simply accumulate experiences. Rather than rushing guests through a checklist of landmarks, the company curates journeys…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (1790+ words) Rooted in Yokohama, Miharu Information Center goes far beyond real estate, offering a comprehensive suite of services'from cafes to nursing care'that enrich the local community. Renovation Before & After These structural changes and trends are increasingly complex. In your view, what…...