Trends in Japan

The home is often one of the best places to learn about a culture’s values and ways of life. Recently, Japanese homes and interiors have been gaining interest around the world for both aesthetic and sustainability reasons. Let’s explore the unique beauty of Japanese interiors and the cultural values they derive from.

From classrooms to hospitals, telepresence robots are reshaping how people work, learn, and connect, overcoming physical gaps in education, employment, healthcare, and more.
Imagine going to school, chatting with your friends, and then maybe working afterward at a cafe or a convenience store…all from your bed. Thanks to telepresence robotics technology in Japan, that’s no longer something that exists only in our imaginations. People who are unable to leave their homes or are restricted due to illness, disability, or simple logistics are finding new ways to take part in society like everyone else, thanks to this technology.

From educational innovation to traffic safety, discover how Japan’s VTubers are having a positive influence beyond the virtual world.

VTubers are online performers who use digital avatars to blend Japan’s rich anime culture and advanced technology to reach and entertain people. Initially a niche form of online entertainment, VTubing has evolved into a global phenomenon, reshaping how individuals engage with media and build connections. In Japan, their influence extends beyond entertainment into fields such as education, government communication, and safety awareness.

Reading remains a deeply valued part of life in Japan, with a network of public libraries that promotes the value of reading as a shared cultural experience.

As our world continues to evolve and change, libraries in Japan are adapting too, striving to maintain Japan’s legacy of literacy and literature while exploring the possibilities of what the library of the future might be. In recent years, libraries have drawn attention not only as places to read but also as travel destinations in their own right. Architecturally striking “next-generation” libraries are opening across the country, reimagining the Japanese library, all to encourage a lifelong love of reading. These facilities have become vibrant community hubs that host cultural programs, social activities, and lifelong learning opportunities.