Abstract
Monitoring the dynamics of trade volume in response to physical transformations in wholesale markets is crucial for ensuring a reliable food supply, given their significant role in the distribution network. This study investigates the effects of shifting to the Tokyo Metropolitan Central Wholesale Market (Toyosu Market) from Tsukiji Market in 2018 on seafood product volumes. Employing an autoregressive integrated moving average (ARIMA) model, we analyze daily wholesale trade volume data for 57 seafood items. The findings indicate that relocation did not have a noticeable impact for most products. Thus, the Toyosu Market supported a stable seafood supply chain despite the physical shock.
