2nd Haruyama operates a chain of men's clothing stores in suburban locations. Based in Okayama, the company has about 200 stores in many regions of Japan. Further expansion in the Tokyo area will be a major source of growth. OTC Yamaki operates 17 home improvement centers in northern Honshu and Hokkaido. Management is upgrading existing stores and taking other measures to enhance its competitive position.
Most stores are in suburban shopping centers in the Tokyo area.
The company is expanding into the Kansai, Chubu and Tohoku areas, operating 160 stores by the end of the current fiscal year. Kappa offers low prices but maintains earnings by emphasizing productivity. Fukuoka Niko Niko Do operates supermarkets and discount stores selling groceries and household items. Most of the stores are located in Kumamoto, Kyushu. The company is expanding its operation into northern Kyushu with larger-scale outlets and discount stores.