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Delivery Hero bets on Asia as COVID fuels food-delivery fight

Foodpanda operator expands with Japan launch and South Korea buyout

Foodpanda recently launched operations in Japan, starting in six cities, including Yokohama and Fukuoka.

SINGAPORE/SEOUL -- German food delivery specialist Delivery Hero is making a big push in Asia as pandemic-driven demand surges and the industry consolidates.

On Sept. 17, Delivery Hero began operating in Japan through its Asia-focused unit, Foodpanda, starting with six cities, including Yokohama, Fukuoka and Sapporo, and more than 1,000 partner restaurants. Its competitors include Uber Eats and local companies.

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