Egg prices continue to soar in Japan, reaching a record high with a 20% increase compared to the previous year’s levels. Rising production costs, including feed expenses, and the spread of avian influenza domestically have contributed to this trend. As a result, the affordability of eggs, once easily purchased, is now becoming a challenge for households facing inflationary pressures.
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Initial results for 2025 suggest real wages in Japan were down for the fourth consecutive year. Initial figures from MHLW show a 0.8% overall decline, alongside a 1.3% fall in wages adjusted for CPI excluding imputed rents, which provides a clearer picture of how hard wage changes are likely to hit households. Wage increases are…
OIC Group has announced the takeover of mango production operations at San Hills Okinawa, the largest mango farm in northern Okinawa. This is the latest OIC acquisition, following its stated aim to have 100 subsidiaries within a few years. In addition to supplying mangos for OIC’s supermarkets and hospitality businesses, the move aligns with efforts…
Aeon announced the complete acquisition of its consolidated subsidiary, the home centre Sunday through a public tender offer. With a focus on revamping business performance in the struggling Tohoku region, the move aims to merge strengths and develop a new store model combining GMS and home centre elements. Plans include expanding into more locations, unifying…
Japan’s core consumer prices fell again in July, down at a quicker pace than any time in the past two and half years despite the government’s hope of forcing Japan back into inflation. Despite this, many foods and some other essentials continue to become more expensive, while wages stagnate, further increasing pressure on middle and…
Luxury brand Loewe recently unveiled its largest store in Japan, CASA LOEWE Ginza, which is also its second-largest worldwide. Located at the main Ginza intersection, the store features a collaboration with ceramic studio Suna Fujita, showcasing unique artworks based on various Loewe products. It offered a preview of the new Loewe x Suna Fujita collection,…
Sugi Holdings and Trial Holdings announced a comprehensive partnership where Sugi pharmacies will open outlets in Trial Group’s stores, enhancing convenience for customers. Additionally, Trial will receive health and beauty products from Sugi, while sharing expertise in product assortment and shelf management. This collaboration aims to create specialised Trial stores and introduce efficient store operations…
