Store Closures Caused by the Kumamoto Earthquake and Weaker Consumer Spending in Kyushu
First written in FY2016-Q3. 3 of 5 entries say "Materialised", first in FY2016. Latest entry: 2026-08-10.
Festaria Holdings moved to the "Worse" side of this theme in 2026.
2 other companies' latest entry also says "Materialised".
- FY2017DroppedAnnual reportThe disclosures on the business environment and risks for the relevant fiscal year contain no direct reference to the Kumamoto Earthquake or weaker consumption in Kyushu.
- FY2016MaterialisedAnnual report
「The 2 stores “AEON MALL Kumamoto” and “Youme Town Hikari no Mori” in Kumamoto Prefecture were forced to close temporarily due to the Kumamoto Earthquake, although “AEON MALL Kumamoto” is currently operating from a temporary location. In addition, same-store sales in the Kyushu region fell sharply by 13.0% year on year from April to May due to weaker consumer sentiment.」
The disclosure describes the temporary closure of 2 stores following the Kumamoto Earthquake and the 13.0% year-on-year decline in same-store sales in the Kyushu region as part of full-year performance conditions. - FY2016-Q3First statedAnnual report
「Due to the Kumamoto Earthquake that occurred in April, 2 stores in Kumamoto Prefecture, “AEON MALL Kumamoto” and “Youme Town Hikari no Mori,” were forced to close temporarily. “Youme Town Hikari no Mori” resumed operations on 15 May. In addition, the cooling of consumer sentiment spread throughout Kyushu, which accounts for a substantial share of our domestic revenue.」
The disclosure states that 2 stores were closed due to the Kumamoto Earthquake and that 1 store resumed operations on 15 May.