One of Japan's leading retailers, Ito-Yokado operates about 175 superstores throughout Japan. About half of the company's superstores are concentrated in the Kanto region of the country, which includes Tokyo and Yokohama. In addition to food (more than half of total sales), the stores sell apparel, household goods, and more.
Ito-Yokado is second only to rival AEON with nearly 12% of Japan's superstore market. (AEON's share is just over 14%.) Formerly a holding company for businesses that included banks, convenience stores, and restaurants, Ito-Yokado is now a subsidiary and the core operating company of Japan's largest retail conglomerate Seven & i Holdings's domestic superstore busines.