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Japan's Gas Stations Plummet to Historic Low in 2024

7/31/2025

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Japan's gas stations have hit a historic low in fiscal 2024, dropping 1.5% to just 27,009—a stark contrast to the peak of 1994. Tottori struggles with the fewest stations, while Niigata faces the steepest decline. The overall drop in operators by 2.4% highlights the challenges faced in rural communities.

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Japan's gas stations have hit a historic low in fiscal 2024, dropping 1.5% to just 27,009—a stark contrast to the peak of 1994. Tottori struggles with the fewest stations, while Niigata faces the steepest decline. The overall drop in operators by 2.4% highlights the challenges faced in rural communities.