Source disclosure: January 09, 2026
KAITORI OKOKU CO.,LTD. [3181.T]
TOKYO — Kaitori Okoku Co., Ltd. (Code No.: 3181), announced on January 9, 2026, that its same-store sales jumped by 7.9 percent year-over-year in December 2025. The company's overall store sales also increased significantly, rising by 12.2 percent compared to the previous year.
The strong performance was driven by robust sales across various product categories, including fashion and tools, as well as media, brands, and luxury watches. This marked the highest monthly sales figure for December in the company’s history, continuing a streak of setting new records since January 2023, which spans 36 consecutive months.
Kaitori Okoku reported detailed month-by-month sales figures from March through December 2025, showing consistent growth throughout the period. For instance, during the first half of the fiscal year, same-store sales ranged between 100.5 percent and 109.2 percent, while total store sales fluctuated between 121.0 percent and 134.2 percent. In the second half of the year, same-store sales remained steady, ranging from 105.4 percent to 111.9 percent, with total store sales increasing slightly more, from 110.4 percent to 116.2 percent.
Regarding store expansion, Kaitori Okoku maintained a stable number of outlets, with minor adjustments noted over the reporting period. As of December 2025, the company operated 29 tool-buying stores under the "Tool Kaitori Kingdom" brand, eight general merchandise stores called "Good Product Gallery," and seven other specialty shops. Additionally, the company opened a new location, the "Tool Kaitori Kingdom Minoo 171 Store," in Osaka Prefecture on December 5, 2025.
It is important to note that the figures provided represent preliminary sales data subject to potential revisions in subsequent reports. Furthermore, the definition of existing stores includes those that have been operational for at least 13 months, excluding any significant renovations that substantially reduce operating days. All percentage values reflect year-over-year comparisons based solely on direct store sales, excluding franchise operations.
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