Okashi Land to launch self-service c-store
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Japanese snack store Okashi Land is planning to open a self-service outlet in Mong Kok.
The unmanned store, which opens on September 5 in Gala Place, has been undertaken in partnership with Guangzhou unmanned convenience-store startup EasyGo.
It will stock more than 100 products marked with radio-frequency IDs. Customers will be able to make their purchases via automatic deductions from their digital wallets.
Chairman of Okashi Land’s parent company Four Seas Mercantile Holdings Stephen Tai said unmanned stores and digital payments have become the main trend of the retail industry.
“The company set up Unmanned Okashi Land in the hope of better business and it will bring convenient services for Hong Kong customers.”
Questions & Answers
Q.What technology will Okashi Land use to track products in its new store?
What technology will Okashi Land use to track products in its new store?
The new self-service outlet will stock products marked with radio-frequency IDs. This technology allows the store to identify and track items without direct human interaction at the checkout.
Q.How will customers pay for their items at the new Okashi Land store?
How will customers pay for their items at the new Okashi Land store?
Customers will make their purchases using automatic deductions from their digital wallets. This system facilitates a cashless and smooth transaction process in the unmanned store.
Q.Which company is partnering with Okashi Land on this new self-service store?
Which company is partnering with Okashi Land on this new self-service store?
Okashi Land has partnered with EasyGo, a Guangzhou-based startup specialising in unmanned convenience stores. This collaboration brings their expertise to the new retail venture in Mong Kok.
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