Netorabo ranked the home improvement stores considered strongest in a nationwide survey of women conducted with the cooperation of Voice Note. Komeri and DCM tied for second place, each receiving 7.8% of the votes. The name of the company ranked first was not given in the article.
Home improvement stores offer a broad range of DIY supplies, tools and gardening products. Their strengths include extensive product lineups, convenient store locations and distinctive services. In this survey, Komeri and DCM tied for second place as the stores supported by the largest number of women.
Komeri was founded in Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, and traces its roots to Yone Toshoten. It is characterized by specialized product assortments and community-based store operations. Its specialty-store format centered on Hardware & Green is also considered a factor behind its popularity.
DCM reached its current structure after establishing a holding company for Karma, Daiki and Homac in 2006. Its distinguishing initiatives include the private-label DCM brand and home consultation and remodeling services.