和泉 大樹（Daiki Izumi）

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
Japanese News

[June 11, 2026] Today’s Summary of Japanese and Global News: From the economic impact of the tense situation in the Middle East to major domestic incidents and the latest AI trends

[Updated June 11, 2026] A comprehensive breakdown of today’s major news from Japan and around the world. Learn about the latest topics directly relevant to business and daily life in just one minute, including the escalating tensions in the Middle East following the U.S. military’s attack on Iran and its impact on the Japanese economy and stock prices; follow-up reports on the attempted robbery and murder in Tennoji, Osaka; and Ricoh’s latest AI applications.
2026.06.11
Japanese News
economy

[Latest Update for 2026] Revised Real GDP for January–March Rises 1.8%, but… An Analysis of the “Risk of a Recession” Posed by the Middle East Situation and Inflation

Is Japan’s economy truly recovering? While GDP for the January–March 2026 quarter, released today, rose by 1.8%, personal consumption remains sluggish. We take an in-depth look at the risks lurking behind this “economic expansion that feels nonexistent”—driven by resurgent inflation due to escalating tensions in the Middle East and falling stock prices—and examine how these factors will impact our wallets and mortgages.
2026.06.09
economy
Pension・iDeCo

[2026 Edition] An Explanation of Public Pension Reforms and Gender Differences in Retirement Ages! Practical Calculations for a 65-Year-Old Man and a 63-Year-Old Woman, and How the In-Service Old-Age Pension Works

A Comprehensive Guide to the 2026 (Reiwa 8) Public Pension Revisions! We provide a detailed explanation—complete with examples—of the Basic Old-Age Pension, which has reached a full amount of 847,300 yen; the practical calculation of specific pension amounts for men aged 65 and women aged 63 who become eligible this fiscal year; and the mechanism of the “In-Service Old-Age Pension,” to which the 500,000-yen suspension adjustment applies.
2026.06.07
Pension・iDeCo
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