Japan
UNIQLO to open new flagship store in Shinjuku
It will be located on the former BICQLO site in Shinjuku.
UNIQLO to open new flagship store in Shinjuku
It will be located on the former BICQLO site in Shinjuku.
Innersense expands into Asia with Japan’s Mash Beauty partnership
It will launch the company's clean hair care products in luxury retailers, salons, and spas across the continent.
Japan’s Kirin completes acquisition of FANCL
Kirin acquired 51.95 million FANCL shares, raising its ownership to 75.24%.
IKEA unveils revamped store in Shibuya
New features include the "IKEA Fanshop" and the "Interactive Room Design" installation.
Suntory Spirits to complete Hakushu Distillery renewal by September
The upgrade includes new floor malting and yeast cultivation processes to enhance whisky production.
7-Eleven parent receives buyout proposal from Couche-Tard
No decision has been made yet on whether to accept, reject, or discuss the proposal.
South Korean brands eye Japanese market as demand for personalised nutrition grows
This surge in interest is largely driven by a growing focus on natural ingredients.
Rakuten rebrands online grocery service as ‘Rakuten Mart’
The existing Rakuten Seiyu Netsuper website and app will remain in use, with operations extending from several regional warehouses.
Shiseido names Kentaro Fujiwara as next CEO
He will succeed Masahiko Uotani, who will retire as chairman and CEO.
AEON and Ocado to build third customer fulfilment centre in Japan
AEON will integrate Ocado's latest technologies, including On-Grid Robotic Pick (OGRP).
Authentic Brands Group appoints Jeff Daggett as head of Japan
He will lead efforts to strengthen the group’s presence and growth in Japan.
Koala Sleep Japan KK wins Retail Asia Awards 2024 for MIRAIKUSTOM Bed Frame
Its MIRAIKUSTOM Bed Frame has become the highest-rated amongst all its products in the company.
Nissin Foods acquires Gaemi Food
The deal is valued at KRW48,000m (HK$271.7m).
Jo Malone opens flagship store in Japan
The new Harajuku location spans 2,540 square feet.
Rakuten achieves carbon neutrality across all subsidiaries
It implemented energy efficiency measures and adopting renewable energy across its subsidiaries.
63% of Japan's online transactions used payment cards in 2023
Credit and charge cards also held a 60.8% share.
Average retail rents rise across Japan in Q1 2024
Kyoto’s average rents exceeded pre-pandemic levels for the first time.
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Retailers and brands told to harness data for growth
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The tandem should turn insights into profit strategies, Flying Fish Lab says.
The tandem should turn insights into profit strategies, Flying Fish Lab says.
