High Chocolate Prices Shake Up Valentine's Lineup at Japan's Department Stores

The Yomiuri Shimbun
15:52 JST,
February 7, 2026
Department stores are increasingly expanding their Valentine’s Day product lineup to include baked goods and alternative “chocolates” that contain no cacao.
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