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Japanese Arcade Chain Round One Expands to 200 Locations in Struggling US Malls

May 31, 2024, 01:09 PM

Japanese entertainment company Round One is expanding its presence in the United States by filling vacant spots in struggling malls. The company, known for its arcade games, bowling, karaoke, DDR machines, kawaii claw machines, and unique food offerings such as takoyaki, aims to open 200 locations across the country. This move comes as US malls face declining foot traffic due to the rise of online shopping. Round One's CEO stated that the location at the 'Back to the Future' mall is currently the top earner among all global locations. Bloomberg's Rumi Reports investigated the potential of Round One to revive these malls by attracting customers with exclusive arcade games and other entertainment options.