Japan
Yoshinoya tests drone delivery service
The country’s long history of delivery services goes to new heights.
Yoshinoya tests drone delivery service
The country’s long history of delivery services goes to new heights.
DoorDash enters Japanese food delivery scene
This marks the company's first market expansion in the region.
Japan's restaurant sales fall for 13th consecutive month
Fast food chains, however, saw growth due to demand for takeout.
Burger King Japan unveils Teriyaki ‘ugly' beef burger
The chain is following up on the popularity of their top seller in 2020.
McDonald's expands rice burger menu with three new items
The new items include one with fried fish.
Jamba to opens 50 locations in Japan by 2025
The smoothie chain currently has two locations in the country.
Foodpanda launches Japan operations
The service will initially roll out in six cities.
Arabica set to open first drive-thru store
The Murouj cafe will be the brand’s eighth outlet in Kuwait.
Yoshinoya to close up to 150 outlets as pandemic hits sales
It plans to step on efforts to boost takeaway earnings.
MOS Burger to trial robot worker in Tokyo
The remote-controlled robot will be taking orders and answering questions about their menu.
Pepper Lunch to be acquired by investment fund J-Star for US$79m
Collectively, the business has 514 restaurants in its portfolio.
Marugame Udon sets sights on London as start of European expansion
The restaurant chain is expected to enter the city by early 2021.
Starbucks opens first sign language store in Japan
It is the fifth one for the coffee giant globally.
Nayuki to make Japan debut
The Osaka store is slated to open on 4 July.
Aori Ramen files for bankruptcy due to COVID-19
The company said consumer boycotts of Japanese goods in South Korea also affected their business.
Starbucks launches Smart Lounge railway station concept in Japan
The store was done with railway operator JR East.
Domino's, Pizza Hut introduce no-contact delivery in Japan amidst COVID-19 fears
A notable share of brands have pivoted towards contactless delivery due to the outbreak.
