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Boycott USA – Japan
Food & Beverage
- Coca-Cola (コカ・コーラ) – One of Japan’s most popular soft drinks.
- Pepsi (ペプシ) – Competes with Coca-Cola and has exclusive Japan-only flavors.
- McDonald’s (マクドナルド / Makudonarudo) – Hugely popular, with localized menu items like the Teriyaki Burger.
- KFC (ケンタッキー・フライド・チキン) – Extremely popular, especially during Christmas season.
- Starbucks (スターバックス / Sutābakkusu) – A top coffee brand, known for seasonal Japan-exclusive drinks.
- Burger King (バーガーキング) – Competes with McDonald’s, but with a smaller market share.
- Subway (サブウェイ) – Offers fresh sandwiches in select Japanese locations.
- Oreo (オレオ) – Sold in supermarkets with Japan-specific flavors like Matcha.
- Hershey’s (ハーシーズ) – Available in premium supermarkets and convenience stores.
- Lay’s (レイズ) – Available but less dominant than Japanese chip brands like Calbee.
- Doritos (ドリトス) – Sold with unique Japanese flavors.
- Kellogg’s (ケロッグ) – Popular breakfast cereals like Corn Flakes and Granola.
- Snickers (スニッカーズ) – Widely available in Japan’s convenience stores.
- M&M’s (エムアンドエムズ) – Sold in supermarkets and specialty stores.
- Budweiser (バドワイザー) – A recognizable beer brand, though Asahi and Kirin dominate.
Technology & Electronics
- Apple (iPhone, Mac, iPad, AirPods, Apple Watch) – A premium smartphone brand with strong sales in Japan.
- Microsoft (Windows, Xbox, Office Suite) – Windows dominates the Japanese business sector, though Xbox struggles against PlayStation.
- Google (Android, Chrome, Pixel, YouTube, Google Pay) – Pixel phones and Google services are widely used.
- Amazon (アマゾン) – One of the leading online shopping platforms in Japan.
- Netflix (ネットフリックス) – A major streaming service, competing with local providers like Hulu Japan and U-Next.
- Tesla (テスラ) – Gaining a foothold in the electric vehicle (EV) market.
- Intel & AMD (Processors & Chips) – Used in many Japanese computers and gaming devices.
- Dell & HP (Laptops & Desktops) – Popular laptop brands in Japan’s business sector.
- GoPro (ゴープロ) – Used by Japan’s travel and adventure enthusiasts.
- Bose & JBL (オーディオブランド) – High-end American audio brands available in Japan.
Clothing & Fashion
- Nike (ナイキ) – One of the most popular sportswear brands in Japan.
- Levi’s (リーバイス) – A premium denim brand with a strong following in Japan.
- Calvin Klein (カルバン・クライン) – Available in department stores and online.
- Under Armour (アンダーアーマー) – Popular among Japan’s fitness community.
- Tommy Hilfiger (トミー・ヒルフィガー) – A well-known premium fashion brand.
- Ralph Lauren (ラルフ・ローレン) – Sold in high-end retail stores.
- New Balance (ニューバランス) – A leading sneaker brand in Japan.
Beauty & Personal Care
- Colgate (コルゲート) – A well-known toothpaste brand in Japan.
- Crest (クレスト) – Available in specialty stores and online.
- Maybelline (メイベリン) – One of the best-selling American cosmetics brands in Japan.
- Revlon (レブロン) – Available in beauty stores.
- Gillette (ジレット) – A major brand for razors and shaving products.
Entertainment & Media
- Disney (ディズニー) – Huge influence in Japan, with Tokyo Disneyland being one of the most visited parks.
- Marvel & DC Comics – Popular among comic and movie fans.
- Warner Bros. & Universal Studios – Major film and entertainment providers.
- EA Sports (FIFA, Madden, The Sims) – Popular video game franchises in Japan.
- PlayStation (Sony is Japanese, but PlayStation has strong US influence) – A leading gaming console, though Sony itself is a Japanese company.