Flash Report: April 2026 Sales of Major Regional Co-ops

May 21, 2026

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Flash Report: April 2026 Sales of Major Regional Co-ops
The Japanese Consumers' Co-operative Union announced April 2026 sales figures for 64 major regional co-ops. Total sales reached 100.5% year-on-year. Retail store sales were strong at 101.2%, while home delivery services maintained 100.0%.
Source: PR Times
Date: May 21, 2026

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The Japanese Consumers' Co-operative Union announced April 2026 sales figures for 64 major regional co-ops. Total sales reached 100.5% year-on-year. Retail store sales were strong at 101.2%, while home delivery services maintained 100.0%.

Citation: Flash Report: April 2026 Sales of Major Regional Co-ops (May 21, 2026), PR Times
Source: PR Times
Date: May 21, 2026

The Japanese Consumers' Co-operative Union announced April 2026 sales figures for 64 major regional co-ops. Total sales reached 100.5% year-on-year. Retail store sales were strong at 101.2%, while home delivery services maintained 100.0%.

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The Japanese Consumers' Co-operative Union (JCCU, Chairperson: Chitose Arai) has compiled and reported the preliminary sales figures for 64 major regional co-ops across Japan for April 2026.

■ April 2026 Sales/Year-on-Year Comparison (64 participating co-ops)
* 'Supply volume' refers to sales or revenue. Past month's year-on-year comparisons are confirmed figures.

■ Monthly Highlights
- The total sales for April exceeded the previous year at 100.5%.
- Retail stores saw both customer counts and average transaction values surpass the previous year, reaching 101.2%. By category, fishery products, livestock, prepared foods (sozai), daily delivered goods, processed foods/confectionery, and sundries exceeded previous year levels. Conversely, rice saw a decline in revenue due to a reaction from last year's growth.
- Home delivery services maintained 100.0% of the previous year's level; while the number of users did not reach the previous year, the average transaction value increased.

FAQ

What was the total supply value of the major regional cooperatives nationwide in April 2026 compared to the previous year?

The total supply value in April 2026 was 100.5% compared to the previous year.

What was the supply value situation for the store business in April 2026?

The supply value for the store business was 101.2% compared to the previous year, with both customer numbers and average spending per customer exceeding the previous year. By category, fish, meat, prepared foods, dairy, processed foods and confectionery, and general merchandise all exceeded the previous year.

What was the supply value for the home delivery business in April 2026?

The supply value for the home delivery business was 100.0% compared to the previous year. The number of users did not reach the previous year's level, but the average spending per customer exceeded the previous year.