Japan

Mitsubishi, Lawson to supply solar power to 3,600 convenience stores

The supplying of the renewable energy will start in April 2022.

Germany-based Metro ceases Japan operations

Its wholesale business has suffered from an unfavourable market position.

Starbucks Japan offer 20% discounts to bakery products

The company plans to both minimize food waste and donate part of the revenue to charity.

Uniqlo snags commercial property in London’s Regent Street

The flagship store will be open by the spring of 2022.

Koala Sleep Japan wins Furniture Retailer of the Year - Japan award

Koala’s product range and customer service ensure customers can rest easy.

Hugo Boss launches first flagship store in Japan

The store has a bespoke for special services tailored to each customer.

Japan’s Off-White opens new store in Ginza Six

The store was designed with an incomplete facade.

Alfred Choy on online and physical stores: Balancing both is key to a retailer’s success

Despite digitisation efforts amongst retailers, SAP’s sales director believes that physical stores are still important for delivering an end-to-end customer experience.

Japan’s retailers take hit from Olympics’ overseas spectator ban

The industry invested heavily in the buildup to the Olympics, expecting a sales boost.

Coupang expands to Japan with SoftBank backing

It is testing its delivery service in selected locations in Tokyo.

Aeon rolls out products in refillable packs

Customers can be refunded for returning the containers.

APAC to lead global footwear retail market growth

Retailers are urged to consider opening new stores in smaller cities and towns.

Gucci unveils Namiki flagship store in Japan

It will feature a restaurant on its fourth floor later in 2021.