TOKYO -- FamilyMart and Lawson, Japan's second and third largest convenience store chains, will begin partnering on deliveries as a driver shortage is expected to deepen, Nikkei has learned.
'2024 problem' prompt convenience chains to partner in northern Japan logistics

Recently tightened regulations on truck drivers' overtime hours are expected to heap more stress on Japan's logistics industry.
TOKYO -- FamilyMart and Lawson, Japan's second and third largest convenience store chains, will begin partnering on deliveries as a driver shortage is expected to deepen, Nikkei has learned.