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Japan Restaurant Sales Up 9.3 Pct in Aug.

Japan Restaurant Sales Up 9.3 Pct in Aug.

   Tokyo, Sept. 25 (Jiji Press)--Restaurant sales in Japan in August climbed 9.3 pct from a year earlier, reflecting continuing robust demand from foreign tourists and the popularity of takeout services during the Paris Olympic Games, industry data showed Wednesday.
   Sales at fast-food restaurants rose 9.6 pct, led by strong sales of cold items for takeout amid extreme summer heat, according to the Japan Food Service Association.

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