TOKYO -- A Japanese cabinet minister urged the nation's convenience store chains on Friday to resolve the mounting discontent among short-handed franchisees, making the unusual request in the absence of legal authority for the government to intervene.
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Some 7-Eleven stores have begun closing during late-night hours on a trial basis in response to pressure from franchisees. (Photo by Konosuke Urata)
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