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While traveling in Japan may seem like a logistical challenge, Japanese convenience stores (known as conbini) actually make traveling, well, convenient! From foreign-friendly ATMs, to luggage forwarding and surprisingly good food, here are some of our favorite conbini travel hacks.

From busy downtown areas to sleepy rural villages, convenience stores are a common sight in Japan, open 24 hours a day and 365 days a year. The three big names of Japanese convenience stores are 7-Eleven, FamilyMart, and Lawson, dominating the city centers. You won’t only find snacks, boxed lunches, and freshly brewed coffee but also alcoholic drinks, everyday items, and a lot more in these stores. During the night, they even act as a drop-in spot for the police and services like mail…

Lawson, Tokyo: The Ultimate Convenience Tokyo, the bustling capital of Japan, is home to many iconic landmarks and attractions. But one place that often goes unnoticed is Lawson, a major convenience store chain with over 10,000 stores across the country. While it may not seem like a typical tourist destination, Lawson offers a unique experience that shouldn't be missed. One fun fact about Lawson is that it was founded in 1975 and has since become a beloved institution in Japan. The store is…

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