KONBINI

In Japan, the convenience store, or “konbini,” is integral to daily life, unlike the convenience stores in the US. Major chains like 7-Eleven, Family Mart, and Lawson are central to the nation’s rhythm. Locals visit multiple times a day for essentials like household items, umbrellas, manga, and a variety of foods, from instant snacks and onigiri to lunch bento, steaming oden, and fluffy cheesecake slices. This book celebrates these unique and delicious offerings through recipes and stories, while also exploring the history of this distinctive Japanese cultural icon.