Discount (ๅฒๅผ - Waribiki)
The reduction of a product's price from its original tag. In Japanese grocery stores and department basement food halls (Depachika), vendors apply substantial discount stickers (like 30% or 50% off) late in the evening.
Driven by strict freshness standards and food waste reduction. During the final hour before store closure, clerks patrol aisles applying legendary 'Half-Price' (Hangaku) labels, attracting budget-conscious locals.
Ask a clerk at checkout if a discount can be applied to your purchases or if a sale is active.
At what time of day do department store food halls (Depachika) start applying legendary 'Half-Price' discount stickers on unsold bento boxes?