
Intro One of the major marketing themes in 2023 Japan was Y2K, the trends and cultures that were popular in the early 2000s. Our previous article, “Beyond the Millennium: Exploring the Y2K Revival in Japanese Marketing” discussed some major examples of such. This article then discusses what will be trending in 2024, aix calls it…

Intro The application marketing industry is about to encounter a huge change with the scheduled updates of privacy protection. Apple is going to launch the Privacy Manifest, and Google announced that it will gradually apply its privacy sandbox throughout 2024. These updates will greatly affect the currently popular marketing prediction models and performance measurement methods,…

Introduction In our recent webinar, we projected a transformative 2024, marked by embracing changes and adapting strategies due to privacy restrictions. Among the defining keywords for the year, “Loyal Users” stands out as a crucial focus. Acquiring new users is becoming increasingly challenging, especially with the tightening of privacy restrictions. It is estimated to be…

Introduction Over the past weeks, we’ve delved into the pivotal keywords that encapsulated the marketing landscape in Japan for the year 2023. As we transition into 2024, it’s crucial to anticipate and understand the emerging trends and challenges that will shape the marketing paradigm in the coming year. Changes in Marketing Landscape (2023) Reflecting on…

Intro There are many ways to celebrate the new year but one of the popular things to do is to eat new year food. Just as the Korean people have rice cake soup and the Mexican people tamales, the Japanese people enjoy soba noodles, Osechi (おせち), and Ozoni (お雑煮) as their traditional New Year food.…

Introduction Showing appreciation to the people around at year-end and celebrating the new year is a universal theme all around the world, but every culture has a different way of doing it. We are discovering how the Japanese people finish off the passing year and welcome the new, and we discussed their habit of sending…

Introduction Japan, a nation rich in cultural traditions, welcomes the New Year with a unique and cherished practice known as 年賀状, pronounced as “Nengajo.” This tradition involves sending and receiving New Year’s greeting cards, each carefully crafted to convey well-wishes and share the joy of the season. About Nengajo The tradition of New Year’s cards…

Introduction As we step into a new year, Japan welcomes the dawn of fresh opportunities and vibrant traditions. One such tradition that holds immense cultural significance is 初売り (hatsu-uri), or “First Sale.” This age-old practice marks the beginning of the business year and is deeply rooted in Japanese culture. In this article, we will explore…

As the clock strikes midnight, welcoming a new year is a global tradition celebrated with various customs and rituals. Across different cultures, the transition from one year to another is marked by unique practices that carry deep significance. In this article, we’ll delve into the captivating New Year traditions of Japan, focusing on the intriguing…

Introduction The arrival of the New Year in Japan is marked by a rich tapestry of traditions, and one that stands out prominently is the practice of drawing Omikuji. This unique custom, deeply rooted in Japanese culture, involves the drawing of paper fortunes at Shinto shrines. Let’s delve into the history, cultural significance, and even…