和泉 大樹（Daiki Izumi）

Japanese News

Akira Toriyama and Go Nagai Inducted into the Eisner Awards Hall of Fame! The “Academy Awards of the manga world” honors the masterful achievements of these giants

Akira Toriyama and Go Nagai have been inducted into the Hall of Fame of the Eisner Awards, the most prestigious comic book awards in the United States! We’ll explain the details of these awards—often referred to as the “Academy Awards of the comic book world”—as well as the overwhelming impact that the global hits *Dragon Ball* and *Mazinger Z* have had on overseas pop culture, and highlight past Japanese winners.
2026.07.25
Japanese News
Japanese News

[Record Profits, Yet a Wave of Store Closures?] The Real Reason Saizeriya Is Reducing Its Store Count in Central Tokyo

A thorough explanation of why Saizeriya continues to close stores in central Tokyo. We’ll take a detailed look at the background behind this strategy—including soaring rent, the company’s unique business philosophy of “not raising prices,” and the decision to withdraw from the market even amid strong performance.
2026.07.20
Japanese News
Japanese News

[Why Did It Sell Out?] The Reason Behind the Scarcity Frenzy Surrounding Issue 33 of *Jump*, Which Included a One Piece Card. An Explanation of Why Resellers Flocked to It Despite Its Low Rarity

Why did Issue 33 of *Jump*—which came with a “One Piece” card (Meat Luffy) and was supposed to be less rare due to a 500,000-copy reprint—get snapped up and sell out everywhere? We’ll provide a thorough breakdown of what’s happening behind the scenes in the market—including the card’s strength in actual play, low procurement costs, and the psychology of resellers targeting early sales—as well as the countermeasures taken by retailers.
2026.07.16
Japanese News
Japanese News

[Shocking] One Pacific saury for 216,000 yen! We explain why it set a record high at the first auction of the season, who bought it, and how it will affect supermarkets going forward

One Pacific saury for 216,000 yen! We provide a thorough explanation of the surprising reason behind this record-high price at the first auction of the season and the identity of the winning bidder. From the backdrop of recent severe fishing shortages and historical price trends to the much-discussed “impact on this year’s supermarket prices,” we bring you an easy-to-understand look at the latest developments surrounding Pacific saury, a fall delicacy.Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
2026.07.11
Japanese News
economy

[2026 Spring Labor Negotiations] The Story Behind the “Wage Gap” Between Large and Small-to-Medium-Sized Companies: The Struggles and Limitations of Small-to-Medium-Sized Enterprises Unable to Pass On Price Increases

The “wage gap” between large companies and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) widened further during the 2026 spring wage negotiations. With the overall average exceeding 5%, why are SMEs struggling with a lack of funds? We provide a thorough analysis of the “barrier to passing on labor costs,” which is the primary cause, and the limitations of “defensive wage increases” driven by labor shortages.
2026.07.04
economy
Asset Formation

What Is Wealth Building Among Young People? An Explanation of New Financial Behaviors and Risks Driven by Anxiety About the Future and Social Media

What’s driving today’s young people to rush to build their assets? This article provides a thorough explanation of the trends behind this phenomenon, including concerns about the future, changes in the information landscape driven by social media and video content, and the rise of steady, regular investment strategies using tools like the new NISA. It also delves into the risks of misinterpreting online information—which are often overlooked—and the importance of financial literacy in today’s world.
2026.06.30
Asset Formation
economy

Who Benefits from a 1% Hike in the Policy Interest Rate? Questions About Monetary Policy That Leaves People’s Livelihoods Behind

Who stands to benefit from the Bank of Japan’s 2024 policy rate hike to 1%? Based on a video by financial planner Masato, this article clearly explains the economic downsides of a “preemptive rate hike” when inflation is below 2%, as well as the structure that allows vested interests—such as banks—to profit.
2026.06.23
economy
Asset Formation

Challenges Facing Japan’s Pension System and Directions for Reform: Sustainable Social Security and Individual Wealth Accumulation

This article explains the four challenges facing Japan’s pension system—including a declining birthrate, an aging population, and increasing life expectancy—as well as four reform directions that combine expanding enrollment in the Employees’ Pension Insurance system, promoting employment among the elderly, and encouraging self-reliance through initiatives such as iDeCo and NISA. It emphasizes the importance of correctly understanding how the system works and using that knowledge wisely to plan for your own future.
2026.06.21
Asset Formation
Japanese News

[Today’s Japan News] Nikkei Average Breaks Through the 70,000-Yen Mark for the First Time! A Thorough Analysis of the Latest Developments in Politics, International Diplomacy, and the Economy

[Latest for 2026] A Comprehensive Breakdown of Today’s Japanese News! From the background behind the Nikkei 225’s first-ever breach of the 70,000-yen mark to the government’s “Children’s Basic Policy,” diplomatic tensions with China following the conclusion of the G7 Summit, and updates to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s RESAS system—we’ve compiled key business trends in an easy-to-understand format.
2026.06.18
Japanese News
Japanese News

[2024 Legislative Changes] Could Income for Sole Proprietors and Freelancers Plummet? An Explanation of Key Changes and Points to Note in the Occupational Safety and Health Act

The 2024 legislative reforms will bring significant changes to the way sole proprietors and freelancers work. We provide a clear explanation of the risks of reduced income and fewer projects, the obligations of employers, and the steps you should take immediately.
2026.06.15
Japanese News
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