和泉 大樹（Daiki Izumi）

economy

[The Reality of Poverty] The Unusual Changes Happening in Japan as the Middle Class Collapses | Why the Quality of Life Is Quietly Deteriorating

A thorough explanation of the reality of the “collapse of the middle class” unfolding in Japan, based on real-life changes in daily living. From rising prices and falling real wages to anxieties about housing, raising children, and retirement—why has it become so difficult to “live a normal life”? This book clearly unpacks the true nature of “stealth poverty” lurking right under our noses and outlines the practical steps individuals should take now to protect their livelihoods.
2026.08.21
economy
Pension・iDeCo

[The Dangers of Missing Pension Payments] 3 Remedies You Should Check Right Now to Avoid Regrets in Retirement

If you leave periods of unpaid pension contributions unaddressed, your retirement benefits will be significantly reduced. This article provides an easy-to-understand explanation of remedial measures to make up for unpaid contributions, such as retroactive payments, voluntary enrollment, and transitional adjustments. We’ll also show you how to check your status on Nenkin Net and summarize steps you can take to avoid regrets in retirement.
2026.08.18
Pension・iDeCo
unclassified

“The Rich Are Already Starting to Flee”: What Are the Survival Strategies of the Wealthy as They Anticipate the End of the World?

Why are today’s wealthy abandoning their home countries to seek refuge in New Zealand or even on Mars? Drawing on an analysis by Toshiro Okada, this article provides an in-depth look at the collapse of social structures brought about by digital capitalism and the astonishing survival strategies adopted by the ultra-wealthy in anticipation of the end of the world.
2026.08.14
unclassified
economy

Will the 1% Consumption Tax on Groceries Help Households? The Reality of “Zero Tax Cut Effect” Amid a Wave of Price Hikes

Will a 1% reduction in the consumption tax on groceries really help household budgets? While this measure is expected to result in an annual tax savings of approximately 42,000 yen, we provide a thorough analysis of how this benefit is being offset by a wave of price hikes and opportunistic price increases. We also discuss the risk of a tax hike two years from now and introduce steps you can take right now to protect your household budget.
2026.08.09
economy
Japanese News

The Shock of “40% of ChatGPT Users Chopping Ties”—How Privacy-First Innovation Is Shaping the Future of the Web

Serious concerns about data privacy are behind the fact that 40% of ChatGPT users are leaving the platform. As the “convenience vs. personal information” dichotomy begins to crumble, we’ll explain the “privacy-first innovation” that companies and products must embrace, along with the key to earning trust.
2026.08.08
Japanese News
Japanese News

Social Security Taxes to Be Levied on Financial Income in Designated Accounts | The Truth Behind the “Stealth Tax Hike” Starting for Those Aged 75 and Older, and How to Deal With It

This article provides an easy-to-understand explanation of the “Social Insurance Tax on Financial Income from Designated Accounts,” a policy decided in May 2024. It thoroughly covers everything from the mechanism behind this “stealth tax hike” that begins for those aged 75 and older, to the extent of the increase in social insurance premiums, the impact on NISA, and four practical steps individuals can take to mitigate the effects.
2026.08.06
Japanese News
Japanese News

[The Yen at an All-Time Low of 163 to the Dollar] Three Key Points Japanese People Absolutely Must Understand in This Historic Situation—the First in 40 Years

In this era of extreme yen weakness—with the dollar trading at 163 yen—we explain three key points ordinary people should understand to protect their livelihoods from rising prices. We’ll clearly explain why you should steadfastly continue index investing during periods of yen weakness, the importance of holding foreign-currency-denominated assets, and how to optimize your spending right now.
2026.07.31
Japanese News
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
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