The Japan Chain Stores Association supports the principles and business activities of chain-store retailing and aims to contribute to a prosperous, comfortable society. Its website describes the association, its organization and activities, and provides directories of member companies, association press releases, and monthly chain-store sales statistics. Visitors can also find industry statements and policy requests, including tax-related proposals, features on food and the environment, information about alcohol-retail management training, and membership guidance. The site is a source for following organized retail trends and the work of its Japanese industry association.