Unveiling the Trends of Social Media Usage Among Gen Z in Japan
How does Gen Z in Japan really use social media? Explore why authenticity, “emoi,” multiple accounts, time-saving content, and apps like X, TikTok, BeReal, and Gravity shape digital behavior.
Bilingual UX researchers are your key to global research success
Why are bilingual UX researchers so valuable in global research? Learn how language fluency, cultural nuance, and cross-cultural perspective lead to deeper insights and smoother collaboration.
Why Are Young People Leaving Their Cars? Strategies to Win Back Their Hearts and Minds
Why are young people in Japan turning away from car ownership? Explore how cost, urban living, car sharing, and shifting values are changing mobility—and what automakers can do next.
About Japanese Bento Boxes
Bento boxes are more than lunch in Japan. Learn how ekiben, homemade bentos, and seasonal ingredients reflect everyday life, visual appeal, and local culture across the country.
The Deeper Side of Japan’s Gen Z: A Generation That Loves Emotionalism?–An Introduction to “Emoi”
What does “emoi” reveal about Japan’s Gen Z? Explore emotional consumption, oshikatsu, empathy-driven behavior, and the four conditions that make products and experiences resonate.
Steering Towards Wellness
How are cars becoming wellness companions? Explore in-car health monitoring, Gen Z’s wellness values, privacy concerns, and the UX opportunities shaping the future of mobility.
How to Recruit for Success in Japanese Medical Research
How do you recruit the right participants for medical research in Japan? Learn practical methods for reaching patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals while building trust and protecting privacy.
Unveiling the Underlying Insights of User Behavior
Why do users act differently from what they say? Learn how contextual inquiry uncovers unconscious habits, in-the-moment decisions, and hidden motivations by observing behavior in real contexts.
RITE: An Agile Usability Testing Method in Japan
What is RITE, and why does it work so well for agile UX? Learn how rapid daily usability testing and immediate UI changes help teams improve products faster in Japan.
Concept Evaluation: Qualitative and Quantitative Research
How do you validate a new concept before launch? Learn how qualitative interviews and quantitative analysis work together to test empathy, behavior change, and concept priority.