
Fujifilm’s Instax Mini 12 instant camera carries on a legacy of on-the-spot photo fun. By March 2025, the Instax series – known as “Cheki” in Japan – surpassed 100 million units sold worldwide, a milestone few would have predicted in today’s smartphone era. Cheki: A Japanese Cultural Phenomenon In Japan, the Instax instant camera isn’t…

タイパ(Taipa: Time Performance) Japan’s relationship with time has long been characterized by precision, discipline, and a deep respect for process. Traditionally, Japanese society valued thoroughness over speed, with decision-making and daily routines reflecting a preference for careful deliberation rather than haste & speed. However, in recent years, a significant transformation has taken place, especially among younger…

Explore Japan’s mobile game market in 2023, its recovery, growth trends, and changing consumer preferences in the evolving global landscape.

The Tokyo Game Show (TGS) 2024, held from September 26 to 29 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, was a landmark event in the gaming industry globally. As one of the world’s largest video game expos, TGS 2024 attracted a record-breaking 274,739 visitors, marking a 12.9% increase from the previous year as of nikkei…

Tokyo Game Talk 2024, hosted by AIX and Apptica, brought together industry leaders to explore the Japanese game market. Discover key insights shared during this exclusive event in Shibuya.

Discover how top mobile games in Japan leverage X (Twitter) for effective content marketing. Learn popular strategies like using comics, event calendars, and character introductions to engage Japanese audiences.

Discover key insights from our recent webinar, “Onboarding & Paywall in Japan: Where Little Changes Make Big Returns.” Learn effective strategies for user onboarding and paywall timing in Japanese apps. Rewatch the webinar and download the presentation for actionable takeaways.