- Black Friday sales have significantly boosted retail sales in Japan, with November sales up 7.5% for Aeon Retail.
- Parcel delivery companies like Sagawa Express are experiencing shipping delays and service suspensions due to overwhelming demand.
- Labor shortages and overtime restrictions are exacerbating delivery issues, requiring companies to improve efficiency and potentially increase consumer delivery costs.
- Parcel delivery companies like Sagawa Express are experiencing shipping delays and service suspensions due to overwhelming demand.
- Labor shortages and overtime restrictions are exacerbating delivery issues, requiring companies to improve efficiency and potentially increase consumer delivery costs.
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Summary
Black Friday sales surged in Japan, driving up retail sales (Aeon +7.5%). Increased demand is causing parcel delivery delays & suspensions due to labor shortages & overtime limits. Expect potential cost increases. #BlackFriday #Japan #Retail
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Category ID: listed_summary
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251216_B2/#summary
Date: Dec. 17, 2025
Created: 2025/12/17 11:40
Updated: 2025/12/17 21:43
Last Read: 2025/12/17 21:43