Event Brief
7-Eleven operator warns franchisees against anime merch scalping
Filed: Jul 23, 2026 at 5:06 AM ET
Summary: Japan’s largest convenience store operator warned 7-Eleven franchisees about unauthorized resale of anime and game merchandise.
WHO: Japan’s largest convenience store operator (7-Eleven franchisor)
WHAT: Issued a nationwide warning to 7-Eleven franchisees about unauthorised resale and bulk buying of anime and game merchandise.
WHEN: Jul 23, 2026 at 1:27 AM ET
WHERE: Japan
WHY: The warning was triggered by reports that some owners and employees set aside merchandise before release or bought large quantities to resell on resale sites.
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