“Japan Home” Singapore Stores Resume Operations
Local Franchise Model to Enhance Operational Efficiency and Support Sustainable Growth SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2026 - International Housewares Retail Company Limited ("IH Retail" or the "Group", stock code: 1373) , the parent company and owner of the "Japan Home" brand in Singapore, is pleased to announce that all "Japan Home" stores in Singapore have resumed operations…
Singapore's “Japan Home” stores have returned to business operations following the completion of transition arrangements. The international housewares retail company, IH Retail, owns the “Japan Home” brand in Singapore. On 13 August 2026, a subsidiary of IH Retail entered into a three-year master franchise agreement with Radha Export Pte.
Ltd, the existing master franchisee responsible for ABC and Valu$ stores. On 19 August 2026, the handover of existing stores was completed. Radha, with its expertise in consumer goods and wholesale distribution, along with strong local operational experience, will manage the “Japan Home” business in Singapore, its sub-franchisees, and any additional outlets.
This local franchise model is expected to enhance store efficiency, responsiveness to market demand, and maintain strong brand awareness. The agreement also supports the continued expansion of the “Japan Home” brand in Singapore and the Southeast Asian market over the next three years.
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