nest-dweller consumption; spending by young adults living at home
Refers to the spending patterns of young working adults who live with their parents and have their basic living expenses covered, allowing them to spend disposable income on discretionary items. Often discussed in economic and social contexts in Japan.
When nest-dweller consumption increases, sales of luxury goods tend to rise.
She lives with her parents and spends most of her salary on hobbies, a typical example of the nest-dweller consumer segment.
Refers to the person (single adult living with parents), while 巣ごもり消費 focuses on their consumption behavior.
General term for living with one's parents; 巣ごもり消費 specifically highlights the economic aspect of such living arrangements.
Standard spelling using the simplified form ごもり.
Alternate spelling using the full kanji 籠; less common but still seen.
Compound of 巣ごもり (nesting, staying in the nest) and 消費 (consumption). The term metaphorically likens young adults living at home to birds staying in the nest, emphasizing their spending patterns while basic needs are provided by parents.