Business and Economy

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Sakamichi Brewing: Crafting Japanese Beer Culture in Tachikawa

At long last, the craft beer scene is booming in Tokyo. We sat down with the craft entrepreneurs at Sakamichi Brewing to…

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Japan’s Costco Resale Shops Struggle to Distinguish Themselves

There are only 36 Costcos in Japan - but there are nearly three times as many stores whose whole business is reselling…

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Will Chinese Cabbage Save Japanese Tonkatsu From Rising Prices?

High cabbage prices in Japan show no sign of abating. That's led supermarkets to get desperate. And by "desperate," we mean relying…

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

“Employee-San”: Why Japan’s Managers Are Shifting to Honorifics for Their Staff

Gone are the days of "chan" and "kun" in Japanese business. Recent research finds bosses are striking a more respectful tone.

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Is 7-11 Becoming Japan’s Worst Combini?

7-11 Japan say a new discount campaign is winning back customers. But many say the chain's offerings are still a raw deal.

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Why This Bookstore in Tokyo is Charging Admission

Would you pay to shop in a bookstore? Many in Japan would. Here's why Bunkitsu and other admission-based bookstores are booming.

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Half of Japanese Businesses Say 1500 Yen Hourly Wage “Impossible”

Prices continue to climb in Japan while wages remain stagnant, putting many in a rough spot. The government says it wants to…

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Mister Donut Apologizes for Diglett “Variations” That Everyone Loves

The Diglett donuts from Mister Donut have taken Japan social media by storm, as users revel in the amusing individual variations from…