
Introduction Golden Week in Japan is a collection of four national holidays within seven days. It is one of the busiest holiday seasons in Japan, both for local and international tourism. The week typically falls between the end of April and the beginning of May, encompassing Showa Day, Constitution Memorial Day, Greenery Day, and Children’s…

Tokyo, Japan – March 28, 2024 In an effort to make Japanese marketing insights more accessible to English-speaking audiences, aix Inc., a Tokyo-based growth marketing agency, conducted a webinar targeting marketing professionals and designers all over the world who have interest in Japanese creatives. Titled “Creatives in Japan: Does Japan Really Like Sakura?”, the webinar…

Creating successful advertisements in Japan requires a cultural differentiated approach that respects cultural sensitivities, leverages local trends, and customers strategies tailored to the unique aspects of the Japanese market. Here, we refine and elaborate on the key 09 strategies outlined in our article to ensure they are actionable and align with best practices for engaging…

Introduction In a country rich with cultural traditions and societal expectations, finding love in Japan has its unique challenges. The reserved nature of Japanese culture often makes it difficult for individuals to meet new people organically. Let’s delve into the intricacies of Japanese dating culture and explore the evolving landscape shaped by modern technology. Traditional…

Tokyo, Japan – January 31, 2024 In an effort to make Japan marketing insights more accessible in English language, aix Inc., a Tokyo-based marketing agency, held a casual online event with the theme of chatting about Japanese culture and top Japanese apps over a cup of coffee. Entitled “Virtual Coffee Break: Health & Fitness Apps…

Introduction In today’s increasingly health-conscious world, the healthcare/fitness app market is diverse, with many apps appealing to users interested in health management and fitness. In this article, we subdivide the free Top 20 Health/Fitness apps on the Japanese App Store into the categories of diet, fitness, self-management, and women’s apps, focusing on keywords and creative…

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…

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…

Introduction As we bid farewell to 2023, aix’s webinar highlighted six “Pick Keywords” that significantly influenced Japan this year. In our previous articles, we delved into three of these keywords – AI, SNS Regulation, VTuber – and today, we’re excited to explore the fourth term that played a pivotal role in shaping Japan’s marketing landscape…