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Japan's foodservice market rises as more people dine out
Local consumers are becoming more interested in trying out a variety of diffcuisines.
Japan's foodservice market rises as more people dine out
Local consumers are becoming more interested in trying out a variety of diffcuisines.
France-based Hermès opens store in Tokyo's Omotesando
It showcases a new and exclusive Duo Cosmique designed by Kohei Kyomori.
Jewelry brand Hoorsenbuhs launches flagship store in Tokyo
It is rolling out a limited edition series of jewelry featuring black diamonds.
Japan's convenience stores scramble for growth opportunities
7-Eleven is expanding its space for liquor, whilst FamilyMart has installed freezers.
Welcia-BHG Singapore to sell more Japanese brands
The AEON and BHG joint venture is looking to differentiate itself from competition.
Muji to ramp up grocery business in new stores
The company intends to open 50 new stores by August 2022.
Don Quijote operator buys US-based supermarket chain
The deal is expected to close in Q2.
Japan's % Arabica launches first Indonesia store
It offers custom roast to order service for customers looking for fresh coffee.
Japan's convenience stores look to get back growth
Some stores are beginning to test small minimart grocery formats.
AEON to expand online offering with US-based Boxed tie-up
It will roll out a storefront platform for its virtual mall by Q2.
Top Japanese retailers beef up omnichannel segment
The stores are expanding delivery services as more consumers work remotely.
Shiseido expects $286.71m loss in 2020
The company is expecting a delay in recovery to persist in Q4.
Gourmet food delivery app Food-e launches in Tokyo
It is the first of such app to offer bilingual customer service.
Inside Isetan Mitsukoshi's newly reopened stores
They closed stores in the Tokyo metro area from 8 April to 29 May to prevent infection.
Japan's retail sales dipped 1.2% in June
Automobiles saw the sharpest drop in sales at 17.2%.
Japanese buyers favour cheaper, casual apparel: report
Shimamura is best placed to enjoy this trend.
Itochu eyes $5.4b FamilyMart Japan buyout
It might bring agricultural producer associations as minority stakeholders.