Ken Theriault has been keeping himself busy maintaining Costco's American charm and catering to the needs of the Japanese ...

Costco plans to accelerate its new-store openings in Japan, nearly doubling the number of outlets to more than 60 by 2030, many in remote regions such as Shiga and Okinawa prefectures.

Costco food courts around the world feature all kinds of different menu items. In Japan, this seafood soup commonly served in ...

When you see the words "Japanese A5 Wagyu" on a Costco label, skepticism might kick in. After all, this is the same store where you can buy a 72-pack of muffins and a kayak in one trip.

The first Costco store opened in the US in 1976. Since then, it has expanded to Europe, Australasia, and Asia. We compared the experience of shopping in its stores in Japan versus the US.

Authorities have rung up 1.5 billion yen ($9.9 million) bill for the Japanese arm of Costco Wholesale Corp. for failure to pay consumption taxes on improper duty-free sales and incorrect tax ...

And thanks to Costco, getting your hands on one is easier than ever! The wholesaler just released their version of this traditional Japanese dessert with a sweet strawberry topping, and it looks ...