Japanese Economics

Why Tokyo Wages Are Half of New York’s: It’s About Profit Distribution, Not Profit Levels

Tokyo wages appear far lower than New York’s, but the gap is not driven by weaker profits. This article explains how profit distribution, bonuses, welfare systems, and exchange rates shape wage differences.

2026.01.03

Japanese Economics

U.S. Treasury Extends Sakhalin 2 Crude Oil Permit: What This Means for a Key Japanese Energy Project?

The U.S. Treasury has extended the crude oil permit for the Sakhalin 2 project until June next year. This article explains its impact on Japanese trading companies, LNG supply, household and corporate energy costs, and investors, while also highlighting the differences from Sakhalin 1.

2025.12.18

Japanese Economics

Quick & Easy Macroeconomics:The Monetary Base, Money Stock, and Japanese Life

A clear explanation of Japan’s money flow. This article breaks down the differences between the monetary base and money stock, and how they affect prices, employment, and housing loans. Understand the current state of the Japanese economy beyond the headlines.

2025.12.10

Japanese Economics

A Historical Overview of Japan’s Bonus System: From the Edo Era to the Future

Discover how Japan’s bonus system originated and evolved from the Edo period to the present day, along with AI-driven predictions for its future. A clear overview of the historical and cultural development of Japanese bonuses.

2025.12.09

Japanese Economics

Quick Read! Skills AI Predicts Will Be Needed Based on Mizuho’s Industry Report: Japan’s Medium-Term Industrial Outlook

Explore which industries in Japan are expected to grow and the skills that will be in demand, with insights from Mizuho Bank’s industry reports and AI predictions for students and professionals.

2025.12.06

Japanese Economics

Quick and Easy to Read! Mizuho Industry Research – Japan Industry Mid-Term Outlook: Simple Industry-by-Industry Summary

A quick and easy summary of Japan's major industries (materials, automotive, energy, IT, healthcare, retail) based on Mizuho Bank's research. Key trends, risks, and opportunities from 2026 to 2030, perfect for readers seeking a concise mid-term industry outlook.

2025.12.03

Japanese Economics

How Will Japan’s Industries Change by 2030? A Super Simple Guide to Mizuho Bank’s Industry Outlook

A beginner-friendly summary of Mizuho Bank’s medium-term industry outlook for 2026–2030. This article explains Japan’s key industrial changes, risks, and opportunities in simple terms, including AI adoption, decarbonization, labor shortages, and demographic shifts.

2025.11.30

Japanese Economics