On October 1, MrMax Holdings announced that it will end free chopstick distribution at its bento-selling stores from October 16, introducing a ¥2 fee instead. The move, affecting 19 stores across Kyushu, Chugoku, and Kanto regions, aims to reduce unnecessary waste and CO2 emissions. Initial results from a trial at one store showed 80% of customers declined the paid option. Source: MrMax
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