Reporting and analysis on retail, e-commerce, and consumer trends in Japan, updated continuously by our newsroom.
Japan’s satellite communications landscape is on the brink of transformation as Rakuten Group and Amazon gear up to launch their own services, challenging the long-standing dominance of SpaceX’s Starlink. With operations expected to begin as early as next…
Chiikawa Ramen Buta, a famed Japanese ramen house, has expanded its culinary horizons, making its inaugural global foray with a new establishment in Langham Place, Hong Kong. The brand draws inspiration from the popular ‘Ro’ series depicted in the Chiikawa…
In a remarkable twist for the retail landscape, Japan’s convenience store giant FamilyMart is making waves with its ambitious expansion plans across Asia. Aiming to capture the growing consumer market in the region, the company has set its sights on a…
The Japanese government is stepping up its game in Southeast Asia, unveiling plans to support companies that set up telecommunications infrastructure in Indonesia, a market bursting with potential. Through its Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications,…
Leading sportswear brand Asics has adjusted its annual forecast upwards, following an impressive performance in the first half of the year. The company’s exceptional sales growth was seen across all product categories and global regions. Asics witnessed a…
AirAsia X (AAX) is soaring into its next chapter of growth with the announcement of a long-awaited route to Istanbul, Türkiye, a city where East meets West. Travellers from Hong Kong and Macao can now access the heart of Türkiye with smooth Fly-Thru…
While TikTok has made waves in various markets across the globe, its live commerce feature appears to be treading water in Japan, just a month after its rollout. Many brands are hesitating to dive into this vibrant but relatively uncharted marketing medium,…
In a bold move signaling the strength of the retail sector, Japanese retail giant 7-Eleven has struck a deal to acquire approximately 3,200 stores in Taiwan. This acquisition, worth a staggering $1.2 billion, is not just a strategic expansion but also a…
Vietnamese bananas are carving out a notable presence in Japanese grocery stores as the supply from the Philippines declines. Japanese trade data reveals that imports of Vietnamese bananas skyrocketed to 33,000 tons in 2024, a staggering increase from just…
In a promising turn of events, Shiseido reported an uptick in net profits for the first half of the year, crediting proactive restructuring moves in Japan and China. Yet, while the Japanese cosmetics powerhouse shows signs of recovery, turbulence within its…
Seven & i Holdings is charting a bold course towards a 44% profit increase by fiscal 2030, which translates to an annual growth rate of 7%. The operator behind the ubiquitous 7-Eleven convenience stores announced its plans on Wednesday, seeking to strengthen…
The bustling streets of Tokyo are set to welcome a new gem in the retail scene as luxury department store Takashimaya prepares to unveil its latest flagship store in early 2024. This ambitious project, situated in the heart of Shinjuku, promises to redefine…
Sales at Japanese department stores have shown signs of slowing in recent months, raising concerns that even the wealthiest shoppers may be curbing their extravagant expenditures. This shift is attributed partly to the ripple effects of U.S. President Donald…
Japanese retail giant ABC-Mart is set to make its first appearance in the Philippines with the opening of a store in Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Manila, scheduled for September. This marks the corporate expansion of the company into a second market in the…
On July 30, an important partnership was sealed between Nam Long Group and Tokyu Corporation, as company representatives gathered for a signing ceremony that signals a significant step in urban development in Vietnam. Two Giants Collaborate for Sustainable…
Rents for investment-grade offices in Osaka surged by 5.5% in the first half of 2025, hitting JPY24,000 per tsubo, according to a recent report from Savills. This spike underscores the robust demand for premium office space, particularly in newly constructed…
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