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Asahi Beer’s “Night-Only Sparkling Water” Revolution:  In a world where evening rituals are evolving faster than ever, Asahi Beer is shaking things up with a fresh take on non-alcoholic refreshment. On September 17, 2025, the Japanese beverage giant unveiled “Wilkinson Tansan Tag Sober” under its iconic Wilkinson brand—a line of …

Shohei Ohtani’s Ambitious Three-Way Vision: In the world of Major League Baseball (MLB), few players capture the global imagination quite like Shohei Ohtani. The Japanese superstar, often hailed as a modern-day Babe Ruth for his rare ability to excel both on the mound and at the plate, continues to push …

In a landscape where attracting and retaining top talent is becoming increasingly challenging, Japan’s restaurant sector is seeing some exciting shifts. Today, on September 17, 2025, Toridoll Holdings, the company behind the popular udon chain Marugame Seimen (known internationally as Marugame Udon), made headlines with a groundbreaking announcement. They’re ramping …