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Japanese food industry Meat Day promotions

4 clusters · 12 sources · last updated

Latest: Pizza chains in Japan announce limited-time meat and topping promotions

Japanese food retailers and restaurant chains have launched various promotions and sales events to coincide with ‘Niku no Hi’ (Meat Day). Retailers and agricultural organizations, such as JA Town and Miyachiku, are offe

[ACTIVE] [BUSINESS] [JP]

Japanese food business anniversary promotions

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated

Latest: Kozou Sushi and Hama Sushi announce promotional campaigns

Various food service businesses in Japan have announced anniversary campaigns featuring discounted menus and special events. Sushi Choshimaru is hosting a founding anniversary festival from October 31 to November 29, 20

[ACTIVE] [SPORTS] [JP]

Japanese professional wrestling tournament season

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: NJPW and Pro Wrestling NOAH hold major tournament events in Japan

Major Japanese professional wrestling promotions have announced and commenced various tournament schedules for late 2026. Marvelous Pro Wrestling scheduled its ‘Tag League the Best 2026’ to run from October 24 in Sappor

[QUIET] [BUSINESS] [JP]

Tokyo condominium market: Luxury gains and regional shifts

12 clusters · 27 sources · last updated

Latest: Japan real estate market shows divergence in condo and house prices

The Tokyo condominium market continues to exhibit a sharp bifurcation between high-end assets and broader metropolitan trends. While the luxury segment in central districts like Minato Ward previously faced a correction,

[QUIET] [BUSINESS] [JP]

Japan 2026 minimum wage policy and inflation trends

26 clusters · 55 sources · last updated

Latest: Japan minimum wage to rise to 1,177 yen average

In late September 2026, Japan confirmed that the national weighted average hourly minimum wage will rise by 56 yen, from 1,121 yen to 1,177 yen. This marks the second-highest increase on record. Regional updates take eff

[QUIET] [HEALTH] [JP]

Relay For Life Japan 2026 cancer support activities

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated

Latest: Relay For Life Japan holds 2026 cancer awareness events

Relay For Life Japan 2026 organized various regional activities to support cancer patients and promote awareness. In Niigata, the event included a “Cancer Cafe” booth hosted by Niigata University of Health and Welfare.

[QUIET] [BUSINESS] [JP]

Retail business openings in Japan

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated

Latest: New retail businesses open in Okayama and Saitama

New retail businesses have opened across various Japanese prefectures during September and October 2026. In mid-September, Super no Aoki Ishiyama opened in Niigata City, and Inoue Seikouen scheduled its Okayama branch o

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Retailers expand Too Good To Go food waste partnerships

4 clusters · 10 sources · last updated

Latest: Delhaize and Too Good To Go partner to reduce food waste

Retailers in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Belgium, and Japan are expanding partnerships with the food waste application Too Good To Go to mitigate food loss. In the United Kingdom and Ireland, Marks & Spencer is rolling

[QUIET] [BUSINESS] [JP]

Japan construction management job market trends

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated

Latest: Tokyo metropolitan construction management job market analysis

Recent analyses of the construction management job market in Japan indicate that while the national median annual salary is approximately 4.5 million yen, specific regional trends and employment conditions vary. In the

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Japan road safety and elderly driver regulation updates

5 clusters · 10 sources · last updated

Latest: Elderly drivers in Japan navigate license renewals and mobility challenges

Japan is addressing rising road safety concerns involving foreign tourists and elderly motorists. Authorities have noted an increase in accidents involving foreign nationals due to language barriers and differing driving

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