Japan's sushi operations scandal undermines industry reputation

Low-cost chains struggle to hold down prices against inflation and weak yen

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NATSUMI KAWASAKI, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Japan's humble conveyor-belt sushi industry ran into controversy this month after the arrest of a top executive, adding to the pressure on the low-price businesses caused by rising inflation and the weak yen.

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