Domino's Pizza Japan to Close 20% of Stores Amid Pandemic Impact

2025-03-01

Domino’s Pizza Japan’s parent company, Domino’s Pizza Enterprises in Australia, has announced that it will close approximately 20% of its stores in Japan, amounting to 172 stores, by the end of the year. This decision comes as a result of the need to revise business strategies due to the lack of expected recovery in demand caused by the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Domino’s Pizza operates a delivery pizza business in international markets, including Japan, but the Japanese market has been particularly hard hit by declining demand since the pandemic, leading to stagnant performance. The closures are seen as a measure to streamline and improve efficiency by eliminating unprofitable stores.

Moving forward, Domino’s Pizza plans to restructure its operations in the Japanese market, focusing its resources on more profitable stores. The company is also considering the development of new business models to cater to delivery and takeout demand.

While concerns have been raised about the impact on employee employment and local customers, the company has stated that it will “continue to provide services to customers and maintain relationships with the local community.”