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If you travel to Japan, you're sure to come across a convenience store. As the name suggests, they are convenient stores, and can be used not only for small purchases, but also for sudden purchases and to buy products that are perfect as souvenirs. In this article, we will introduce the major convenience stores in Japan, as well as convenience store products that you should check out when traveling to Japan. We will also introduce unique ways to enjoy convenience store products and some useful tips for using convenience stores, so please read to the end.
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There are convenience stores run by a variety of companies in Japan, the main ones being as follows:
-Seven-Eleven: One of the top three chains in Japan
-FamilyMart: One of the top three chains in Japan
-Lawson: One of the top three chains in Japan
-MINI STOP: A wide variety of cold sweets
-Daily Yamazaki: Bakery attached
-seico mart: Mainly in Hokkaido, but also in parts of the Kanto region
-New Days：Opening a store at a JR train station
Above all,Seven-Eleven""FamilyMart""Lawson" has many stores and is particularly famous in Japan.
Below we will take a closer look at three popular companies.
The company operates more than 2 stores across Japan.Seven-Elevenis a major player in the convenience store industry.
In addition to standard convenience store items such as rice balls and sandwiches, they also sell products from Seven-Eleven's private brand, Seven Premium.
There is also a wide selection of sweets, many of which are perfect for taking a break during your trip or as souvenirs.
The store also has a Seven Bank ATM, which is convenient when you want to withdraw Japanese yen.
The green, white and blue stripes are the hallmark of this restaurant.FamilyMartis a convenience store that is popularly known as "Family Mart." It also has affiliated stores such as "Family Mart!!" and "TOMONY."
They also have many collaborative products with other companies and characters, and offer a wide selection of hot snacks and sweets.
It is especially popular among young people in Japan because it is easy to accumulate points and there are many campaigns.
Look for the blue signLawsonis a convenience store that offers high-quality sweets and is also popular for its hot snacks.
Lawson carries a wide variety of health-supporting foods, such as low-sugar bread and bread high in dietary fiber, and is popular with health-conscious people.
"Natural Lawson," "Lawson Store 100," and "Air LAWSON" are also affiliated stores.
Some stores also carry products from the popular Japanese brand MUJI.
In Japan, convenience stores offer a wide variety of products. We will introduce the best products from Japan's three major convenience store chains, as well as regional limited convenience store products that you should check out while traveling in Japan.
If you want to enjoy Seven-Eleven's convenience store products, try their private brand "Seven Premium" products are recommended.
This ramen is a reproduction of the taste of the famous ramen shop "Mouko Tanmen Nakamoto".Mouko Tanmen Nakamoto Spicy Miso" and ", which was jointly developed with the Western confectionery sales company "Gin no Budou".Sugar Butter Tree" is especially popular.
The FamilyMart recommendation is "Famichiki"When"フラッペ".
"Famichiki" is boneless fried chicken that is easy to purchase and popular as a snack to satisfy your hunger or as a side dish for rice balls or sandwiches.
A frappe is a product that is completed by pouring milk over it, and there are many collaborations with other companies, so there is a wide variety of flavors available.
If you're shopping at Lawson, be sure to check out their sweets, hot snacks, and low-carb series.
All of Lawson's sweets are of high quality, especially the "Premium Roll Cakeis popular.
The popular fried food menu item is "Fried chickenIn addition to the classic "regular" flavor, there is a wide range of flavors available, including spicy and lemon-flavored varieties.
Bread, sweets, etc.Low sugar products" also has a wide selection of products, so be sure to check it out if you're on a diet or just want to be health conscious.
Japanese convenience stores sometimes stock products that are only available in certain regions.
For example, FamilyMart sells the "Miso Cutlet Sandwich Rice Ball" exclusively in the Tokai area, and the "Bacon Lettuce Tomato Sandwich" exclusively in the Kanto area.
Products available may vary depending on the season and region, so if you come across a local product during your trip to Japan, be sure to give it a try.
Convenience store products are of course delicious just as they are, but why not try making some "bonfire sweets" using convenience store products during your outdoor experience in Japan?
We will introduce recommended convenience store products and ideas for bonfire sweets.
"Roasted marshmallows" are a classic at campfires and barbecues. By using products from Japanese convenience stores, you can enjoy "Sakura Marshmallow Mores" with a Japanese flavor.
All you need is the "Sakura Marshmallow" and "Ritz Crackers," available for purchase at Lawson.
Put a cherry marshmallow between crackers and bake to make a s'more with a cherry blossom aroma.
If you find any other marshmallows with a typically Japanese flavor, be sure to try making them into s'mores!
Japanese convenience stores also sell fresh foods and daily necessities, so for example, if you buy a banana, a bar of chocolate, and aluminum foil at 7-Eleven, you can make a delicious "baked chocolate banana" can be created.
It's easy to make, just wrap some bananas and chocolate in aluminum foil and place it over a bonfire.
It's easy to create a flavorful dish that also has the aroma of a campfire.
If you are looking for a more Japanese dining experience, try "Grilled dumplings" Let's try it.
This is a simple dessert that can be purchased at Family Mart and is simply baked over a campfire. Baking the outside until it is crispy gives it a fragrant flavor and a different taste than if it was eaten as is.
The original skewers are too short, so we recommend grilling them on a bonfire or BBQ stick skewer.
If you want to enjoy bonfire sweets using convenience store products,Baked chocolate cake" is also recommended.
We'll be using the "Seven Cafe" series' "Cacao Scented Rich Chocolate Gateau," which is only available at 7-Eleven stores in Japan. This chocolate gateau is delicious as is, but if you bake it a little, it will taste just like it was freshly baked.
Japanese caramel "Baked Caramel"How about this?
Milk caramel and salted caramel are both sold at some convenience stores in Japan.
We recommend Morinaga Milk Caramel, which can be purchased at Lawson. You can eat it as is, but you can also make caramel s'mores by putting it between crackers or biscuits with marshmallows.
Traditional Japanese sweets "Dried potatoIf you roast the sweet potatoes over a campfire, you can enjoy a fragrant sweet potato dessert.
Our recommended dried sweet potato product is Family Mart's "Toroama Dried Sweet Potato."
At convenience stores, you can also find dried sweet potato products made with Japanese brand sweet potatoes, so it might be fun to try and compare the different varieties.
It has a gentle sweetness, so it is recommended as a snack for people who don't like sweet things and for children.
A classic Japanese snack,カントリーマアムWhen the chocolate is roasted over a fire, it becomes almost like a chocolate fondant.
If you're looking for a more Japanese flavor, try the "Country Ma'am Mini Matcha Azuki" available at Lawson. Be sure to try their other limited-time products, too.
You can always find it on the sweets and bread shelves of Japanese convenience stores.Baumkuchen" Baked Baumkuchen" would also be good.
In convenience stores, in addition to single-serving sized Baumkuchen, they often also stock large packs.
If you want to try a bite-sized treat, we recommend Seven-Eleven's Fluffy Baumkuchen.
When grilled over a campfire, the outside becomes crispy and it tastes just like it's freshly grilled.
We also recommend looking for flavors such as the typically Japanese matcha flavor or seasonal flavors.
If you want something savory as well as sweet, we recommend grilling snacks such as dried squid or jerky.
FamilyMart's "The more you chew, the tastier it becomes."Or"spicy beef jerkyJapanese convenience stores also stock a wide variety of snacks, so you can buy some to grill over the bonfire. Cheese also makes a great snack when lightly grilled.
>Please also see below for more information on "glamping facilities with bonfires" where you can enjoy outdoor sweets made with the convenience store products introduced here.
Here are some handy things to know when using Japanese convenience stores.
Japanese convenience store"Buy one, get one free" offers come with conditionsLet's understand the points.
Although the promotional slogan may seem like "buy two items, get one free," in most cases the promotion actually involves buying one specific item and receiving a free coupon for the same or a related item the following week.
When making a purchase, it is a good idea to check the campaign details carefully or ask the store clerk for peace of mind.
The copy machines installed in Japanese convenience stores can do more than just copy and scan documents; they can also be used to purchase and print tickets for a variety of events, including concerts and sporting events.
It's easy to use, so please try using it while shopping.
There are many convenience stores in Japan, making them very convenient for travelers.
In addition to groceries, the store also sells daily necessities, alcohol, and magazines, so you can get a full range of items and it's also a great place to look for souvenirs.
In addition to their main items, each convenience store sells unique products, so be sure to stop by during your trip to Japan.
Using the information introduced in this article as a reference, be sure to check out the best products from each convenience store and enjoy some desserts made from convenience store products when you go outdoors.
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