Japan: Retail Market in Western Japan

  |   Attaché Report (GAIN)   |   JA2023-0004

Eleven of Japan’s top 25 food and beverage retailers are headquartered in western Japan. These regional retailers have deep community roots and are known for tailoring their product offerings to meet local preferences. This report describes the evolution of Japan’s food retail industry in western Japan and the ongoing competition between national chains and local retailers. This report also highlights the top supermarkets, department stores, and drugstores in western Japan.

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