Unmanned Stores Rapidly Expand Across Japan, From Chains to Independent Businesses Ferre KeiraMay 7, 202602.5K views Amid labor shortages and rising personnel costs, unmanned stores are rapidly gaining ground in Japan. From large retail chains to independently operated shops, businesses across industries are adopting this new… Read more
Healthy Snacking in Japan’s Protein Snack Boom Harry ErnestOctober 24, 20250496 views Japan’s healthy snack market is not just growing, it’s skyrocketing. A significant shift in consumer eating habits and lifestyles fuels this rapid expansion. From sugar-free and low-fat products to high-protein… Read more
Japan Embraces AI to Transform the Convenience Store Experience EDITORApril 17, 202501.8K views Unmanned stores are rapidly emerging across Japan, with automation expanding from convenience stores to ramen shops and cafés. Driven by labour shortages and technological advancements, this retail revolution is quietly… Read more
Pasta Manufacturer Excessive Price Hike Sparks Public Outcry, Italians Start an Activity Against Buying Pasta EDITORJuly 3, 202302.7K views The price of Italian pasta has caused an uproar in Europe recently. The public is dissatisfied that after wheat prices have gradually dropped, the prices of various flour products have continued to rise. Consumers believe that the industry is greedflation, so in Italy, they launched a refusal to buy retail pasta products to express their dissatisfaction and anger. Read more