scholarly journals Convenience stores and discretionary food consumption among young Tokyo consumers

2016 ◽  
Vol 44 (10) ◽  
pp. 1013-1029 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Marshall
Keyword(s):  
Food Consumption ◽  
Food Choice ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Convenience Store ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Food Practices ◽  
Convenience Stores ◽  
Young Consumers ◽  
Insight Into

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to consider the question of young consumer’s discretionary consumption in Japan where the ready access to convenience stores, or “konbini”, presents a unique retail landscape and to look at how young Japanese consumers use this store format as part of their discretionary food consumption. Design/methodology/approach This is an exploratory study that draws on primary qualitative data based on in store observations, accompanied shopping and a survey with young Japanese consumers. This approach provides an insight into the convenience store food offering and young consumer’s everyday food practices and experience of using these retail stores. Findings The data reveals a relatively limited range of purchases on each store visit with some variation across time of the day and between individuals and groups of young consumers. Visits before and after school remain the most popular and young consumers make around two to four visits per week to a convenience store. It finds young consumers actively engaged in independent purchasing decisions in this retail format. Research limitations/implications This is an exploratory study with a geographically constrained sample conducted in several areas in and around Tokyo, Japan. It is a convenience sample recruited using student contacts and snowballing techniques. Practical implications Convenience stores represent an important “shopping habitat” for young consumers to engage in discretionary food shopping. While these convenience store purchases are not always unhealthy the promotion and pricing strategies used by retailers can have an influence on the final selection of products and convenience stores provide a unique opportunity to cultivate more healthful behaviour among young consumers. Originality/value This offers a unique insight into the relationship between young consumer’s discretionary food choice and local retail provision in the convenience sector. It adds to the debate on the role of food environment on food choice and the extent to which young Japanese consumers are socialised into particular food practices through their engagement with the convenience retail sector.

Communicating about raising the retirement age using frames and counterframes

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 155-169 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bart Vyncke ◽  
Baldwin Van Gorp
Keyword(s):  
Total Sample ◽  
Retirement Age ◽  
Meaning Of Work ◽  
Framing Analysis ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Public ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Existing Frames ◽  
Insight Into

Purpose This study discusses the frames that were used in the public debate about raising the retirement age in Belgium from 65 to 67 years. The purpose of this paper is to gain insight into the prevailing frames in order to develop counterframes that are less problematizing and can be used to bring more nuance to the debate. Design/methodology/approach An inductive framing analysis was conducted, using articles from Flemish newspapers and magazines, published in a two-year period (March 2013-March 2015). This sample was complemented by a convenience sample of texts by various stakeholders. The total sample consisted of 182 texts. Findings The analysis yielded four problematizing frames and six deproblematizing counterframes. They cover both the meaning of work for the individual, and the effect that working longer has on society. Practical implications The overview of the frames can be used as a tool to analyze existing communication, and to bring more nuance to future communication by introducing deproblematizing perspectives into the debate regarding the need to work for a longer period of time. Originality/value In addition to giving an overview of existing frames, the study also constructed alternatives which can be used to deproblematize the issue of having to work longer.

Communicating GHG mitigating food consumption in-store

2014 ◽  
Vol 116 (10) ◽  
pp. 1618-1635 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lena Ekelund ◽  
Erik Hunter ◽  
Sara Spendrup ◽  
Heléne Tjärnemo
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Food Consumption ◽  
Food Choice ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Ghg Emissions ◽  
Food Choices ◽  
Consumption Patterns ◽  
Grocery Stores ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Ghg Reduction

Purpose – Current food consumption patterns contribute negatively to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and climate change. Positioned at the interface between producers and consumers, retailers have the potential to reduce this problem through informing their customers on the consequences of their actions. The purpose of this paper is to understand the variety of ways European retailers go about informing their customers on the linkage between food choice and climate change as well as which actions they advocate in-store to reduce the problem. Design/methodology/approach – In-store walkthroughs lasting between 40 minutes and 1.5 hours were carried out at 30 grocery stores in five European countries to identify climate mitigating communications. The observations targeted any message produced and transmitted by the retailer where links between food and climate change were drawn. Findings – The diversity in climate mitigating food communication we expected to find across Europe did not materialize. Only four out of the 30 retailers visited transmitted to their customers any information showing a direct link between food consumption and climate change. Indirectly, the authors found some retailers communicating food choices believed to lead to GHG reduction without linking them to climate change. Finally the authors found several retailers communicating what the authors argue are ambiguous messages to their customers where sustainability issues were confounded with climate ones. The dearth of climate mitigating food communications reveals the complexity in informing customers on such issues but also a possible lack of interest on the part of both parties. Originality/value – This research contributes empirically to knowledge of how retailers communicate climate mitigating food consumption to consumers.

Solo travellers to city destinations: an exploratory study in Sweden

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-50 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saeid Abbasian
Keyword(s):  
Urban Areas ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Regional Tourism ◽  
The People ◽  
City Tourism ◽  
Travel Agencies ◽  
The City ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Insight Into

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to gain more insight into the phenomenon of solo travel to city destinations and attain more knowledge on the topic.Design/methodology/approachThe study employed a questionnaire consisting of qualitative and quantitative items. In all, 21 individuals (12 women, 9 men) responded.FindingsThe most important reason for solo travel was their own free choice and in some cases, difficulty finding companions. Their activities at the destinations were mostly visiting attractions followed by visiting friends, shopping, walking, eating at restaurants, learning the language, working, etc. They mostly mentioned advantages but also some disadvantages with solo travelling. Their experiences, especially with the people in the host destinations, have been positive and they show overall satisfaction with their visit. A predominant share of the interviewees showed a kind of loyalty to one or more specific city destinations and wished to revisit them again and again.Practical implicationsThe current study might have some implications for city tourism developers/destination developers, travel agencies, national or regional tourism boards and tour operators in major urban areas and cities. Especially, this study has a practical contribution to the city tourism practitioners and gives them more insight in what values, attitudes, perceptions, expectations and motivations the solo travellers might have before or while they visit their cities. The study also has implications for potential solo travellers seeking more knowledge and information on the issue.Originality/valueThe phenomenon of solo travel to city destinations is an unresearched topic in Sweden. This exploratory study is the first in Sweden to focus on solo travellers visiting city destinations.

A content analysis of influential wine blogs

2014 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 168-187 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefanie Beninger ◽  
Michael Parent ◽  
Leyland Pitt ◽  
Anthony Chan
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Wine Industry ◽  
Analysis Software ◽  
Product Attributes ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Analysis Study ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Insight Into

Purpose – The purpose of this exploratory study was to analyze the content of influential wine blogs. Design/methodology/approach – The study used content analysis software, Leximancer, to analyze the entire contents of five influential amateur wine blogs. Findings – A key finding is that these blogs all balance self-promotion with the content of their blogs, namely, wine and wine-related topics. The wine blogs, though evaluating wines in different ways, review not only the product attributes but also the experience surrounding wine. Research limitations/implications – Limitations of this study include that the analysis only included five wine blogs and the content analysis was conducted by a sole researcher using a computerized approach. Practical implications – Wine blogs have increasing influence in the wine industry, especially those written by amateur wine bloggers. As such, understanding the tactics used by wine bloggers is of interest to practitioners who aim to market their wines using such channels as well as providing insight into this contemporary platform for current and aspiring wine critics. Originality/value – This is the first content analysis study that analyzes the content of wine blogs as the readers themselves see it. It provides insights of value not only to those involved in marketing in the wine industry but also to those interested in the developments of amateur blogs in marketing.

How Chinese young consumers respond to gendered advertisements

2014 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 353-364 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kara Chan ◽  
Yu Leung Ng ◽  
Jianqiong Liu
Keyword(s):  
Female Gender ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Female Images ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Print Advertisements ◽  
Young Consumers ◽  
Second Tier ◽  
Chinese Girls ◽  
Selection Of

Purpose – The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness of advertisements with different female role portrayals in a second-tier city with “first-class opportunities.” Chinese girls and women represent a huge market for personal as well as household goods. Design/methodology/approach – An experimental study was conducted using a convenience sample of 216 male and female participants aged 17-21 years in Changchun, China. Participants were asked to respond to print advertisements using traditional and modern female images including housewife, cute female, female with classical beauty, sporty, career-minded and neutral (tomboy). Findings – Results revealed that female participants responded more favorably toward advertisements using female images than male participants. There was no difference in the responses to the six different female images among both male and female participants. Research limitations/implications – Young consumers in China are not sensitive to the different female images used in the print advertisements. Advertisers can, therefore, enjoy flexibility in the selection of female gender roles for advertisements. Originality/value – Little is known about how marketers and advertisements can best communicate with young consumers in China using advertisements with different female images. This study fills this literature gap.

Behavioral intentions of different religions

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 797-818
Author(s):  
Zulfiqar Ali Jumani ◽  
Sasiwemon Sukhabot
Keyword(s):  
Behavioral Intentions ◽  
Reasoned Action ◽  
Demographic Variable ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Subjective Norms ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Convenience Stores ◽  
Sample Technique ◽  
Insight Into

PurposeThe demand for halal products is growing and attracting the attention of producers. In recent years, the importance of halal logo and popularity of halal products has increased. The purpose of this paper was to identify the behavioral intentions among people of different religion in respect of purchasing products bearing halal logo (halal logo products) at convenience stores in Hatyai. 7-Eleven store chain was targeted to collect data in this research because it serves people of different religions.Design/methodology/approachThe conceptual model adopted for this research work was the theory of reasoned action (TRA). The response of consumers was collected through a structured survey, using the convenience sampling technique. A total of 215 respondents submitted their responses, consisting of 92.8 per cent local respondents and 8.2 per cent international respondents. The purposive sample technique was used to select the locations for collecting data, who was purchasing items from 7-Eleven stores and lives in Hatyai.FindingsThe findings indicate that Muslims strictly follow the halal logo and their attitude is positive in selecting halal logo products. The influence of their subjective norms is stronger because of their families and culture, as they are Muslim which influence their intentions. For non-Muslims, there is no obligation requiring them to select halal logo products, but even so, around 80 per cent of non-Muslims showed a positive attitude toward the halal logo, 54 per cent showed were interest and indicated that they may select products with halal logo in future.Research limitations/implicationsThis study was conducted in Hatyai and the results were based on three independent variables, namely, attitude, subjective norms and intention, with religion as the demographic variable. The findings offer an insight into the importance of the halal logo for different religions at convenience stores in Hatyai.Practical implicationsThis study is initially beneficial for 7-Eleven stores, other convenience stores, businesses and halal institutes. It offers an insight into the importance of the halal logo and the motives of consumers in choosing halal logo products.Originality/valueThis paper seeks to explicate consumers’ intentions to buy halal logo products in convenience stores.

scholarly journals ‘It’s a powerful message’: a qualitative study of Australian healthcare professionals’ perceptions of asthma through the medium of drawings

BMJ Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. e027699 ◽  
Author(s):  
Melissa Mei Yin Cheung ◽  
Bandana Saini ◽  
Lorraine Smith
Keyword(s):  
Lived Experience ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Critical Reflection ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Health Professions ◽  
Illness Experience ◽  
Clinical Aspects ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Insight Into ◽  
Sydney Australia

ObjectivesThis study aimed to explore healthcare professionals’ (HCPs’) perspectives of asthma through their drawings, and their responses when viewing patients’ drawings of their experiences of asthma.DesignA qualitative exploratory study with a purposive, convenience sample of participants. Participants were asked to first express their perspectives of asthma in a drawing, which was followed by a review of drawings made by patients with asthma.SettingPrimary and tertiary HCPs from Sydney, Australia.ParticipantsTwenty-three HCPs from a range of health professions.ResultsThe HCPs illustrated their perspective of asthma through drawings which were largely biomedically framed, depicting physiological and clinical aspects of asthma. In contrast, their discussion around the patients’ drawings centred on the person more than the condition. The patients’ drawings triggered the HCPs to revisit their personal expectations of their patients’ illness experience; prompted differing degrees of acknowledgement and empathy regarding the patient experience; and encouraged clinical reflexivity.ConclusionsOur findings provide support for the educational application of patients’ drawings in bringing HCPs closer to the patient lived experience. The drawings fostered deeper insight into patient perspectives of asthma and stimulated critical reflection on current healthcare practices.

Touring destination and intention to consume indigenous food

2019 ◽  
Vol 122 (6) ◽  
pp. 1883-1896 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kim-Shyan Fam ◽  
Sharifah Nurafizah Syed Annuar ◽  
Kim Lim Tan ◽  
Franklin Hazley Lai ◽  
Ida Anak Ingko
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation Modeling ◽  
Least Squares ◽  
Partial Least Squares ◽  
Food Consumption ◽  
Food Choice ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Factors Influencing

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the factors influencing Sabah’s indigenous food consumption, namely Kadazan-Dusun food, among tourists from China, Europe and Malaysia (non-Sabahans). Design/methodology/approach Survey forms were distributed to tourists from China, Europe and Malaysia using purposive sampling at tourist spots in Sabah, Malaysia. In total, 254 responses were collected, and the data were analyzed using the partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). Findings The findings demonstrate that tourists from China and Europe possess some similarities in consuming indigenous food in Sabah. They enjoy trying indigenous food even they are not familiar with the food. Additionally, our findings also show that tourists from China regard sensory appeal as an important aspect of food choice. Meanwhile, it is found that convenience and mood influence Malaysian’s choice of indigenous food. Originality/value This study provides insights regarding Sabah’s Kadazan-Dusun food consumption from foreign and domestic tourists’ perspectives. As such, it also provides direction to the local eateries and relevant tourism authorities to better promote indigenous food to foreign and domestic tourists.

Consumer behaviour toward convenience store chains in Greece

2014 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 175-197 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonios G. Zairis ◽  
Prontzas Evangelos
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Consumer Behavior ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Consumer Behaviour ◽  
Convenience Store ◽  
Retail Sector ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Convenience Stores ◽  
Principal Contribution ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine consumer behavior towards Greek convenience stores chains and to determine the criteria on which store selection is based. The paper also analyses the stores’ position in the retail sector. Design/methodology/approach – A random sample of 360 convenience store consumers was surveyed across four major cities. Data were collected through personal interviews, using a structured questionnaire. Statistical analysis was applied to further evaluate the information. Findings – Consumers choose convenience stores mainly to cover their daily needs and save time on shopping, despite their dissatisfaction with the provided services. The survey also identified the characteristics of convenience store customers and their preferences. Originality/value – The principal contribution of the present research is its focus on consumer behavior towards convenience stores in Greece.

Understanding variations in the consumption of functional foods – evidence from Croatia

2014 ◽  
Vol 116 (4) ◽  
pp. 662-675 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ružica Brečić ◽  
Matthew Gorton ◽  
Dominique Barjolle
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Conceptual Model ◽  
Food Consumption ◽  
Food Choice ◽  
Functional Food ◽  
Functional Foods ◽  
Probit Model ◽  
Perceived Health Status ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Face To Face

Purpose – Drawing on a representative survey, this paper aims to identify the determinants of functional food consumption in Croatia. The objective is to introduce and test a conceptual model that four sets of factors (food choice motivations, demographic and socio-economic characteristics, knowledge of functional food and health status) underpin variations in functional food consumption. Design/methodology/approach – Data were collected via face-to-face interviews conducted in respondents' homes. Consumption of functional foods is modelled as a bootstrapped ordered probit model. Findings – Results confirm the significant influence of all four sets of factors for explaining variations in functional food consumption. Heavier users of functional food are those that place a greater weighting on health and convenience in food choice. In contrast, the salience of familiarity in food choice is negatively related with functional food consumption. Females and those with higher levels of educational attainment are heavier consumers of functional food. While perceived health status appears not to have any significant relationship with functional food consumption, there is a link with body mass index. Functional foods appeal most to those concerned about their health and desire convenient, “quick fixes”. Such “quick fixes” may however be employed at the expense of more fundamental adjustments to diet and fitness, which may provide the basis for superior overall disease prevention/health promotion. Originality/value – The study represents one of the first assessments of functional food consumption in Central and Eastern Europe, introducing and testing a comprehensive conceptual model.

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