Japan
McDonald's to go cashless in 2,900 locations in Japan
Visa, Discover, and other American brands will be accepted as payment in stores nationwide.
McDonald's to go cashless in 2,900 locations in Japan
Visa, Discover, and other American brands will be accepted as payment in stores nationwide.
KFC Japan introduces fried chicken-scented bath bombs
KFC has teamed up with Japanese retailer Village Vanguard to launch the limited-edition bath bomb.
Weekly Global News Wrap Up: Starbucks sells Tazo brand to Unilever for $384m; Burger King advocates for men's health; QSRs forecasted to explore the next health frontier in 2018
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Baskin-Robbins' international sales drop 2% in Q3
It is driven by a sales decline in Japan and South Korea.
Domino's Pizza Enterprises to take full control of Japan business
The company has agreed to pay AU$42m (US$32.4m) for the acquisition.
Ippudo looks to expand to 300 outlets in 20 countries
The mission is to bring bowls of Ippudo’s ramen to more locales around the world.
SK Planet to issue crypto-currencies to Chinese tourists
The tourists can use them to redeem beverage, fast food, and convenience store products.
Affinity to buy Burger King's Japan franchise rights from Lotte Group
The agreement will further strengthen its presence in the Asia-Pacific region.
Starbucks introduces Japan's first loyalty program with Starbucks Rewards
It offers members exclusive and personalized benefits.
McDonald's Japan innovates menu to win back customers
It includes the unique chocolate-covered fries.
Japan QSRs, convenience stores employ housewives amidst labor shortage
The July 2017 ratio of job offers to seekers lies at 1.52 available spots to one job seeker.
Starbucks Japan participates in the 9/9 celebration
The brand’s 99% ethically-sourced coffee is celebrated every September 9th of the year.
Social Media Wrap Up of the Week: Starbucks Japan introduces Cath Kidston collaboration goods; Burger King Singapore trials price of Western Whoppers
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Wendy's Japan introduces bun-less sandwich
Wild Rock is only available at Wendy’s First Kitchen in Japan.
McDonald's Japan shares rise to a 16-year high
It has surpassed the gains of its US-based parent.
McDonald's Japan launches new peach McShake
The drink uses two kinds of peaches at once.
Sushi-delivery robot soon to walk the streets of Japan
The delivery robots will debut in August.
