Animal’s mysterious actions make staff wonder if it was their manager returning in feline form to say one final goodbye…
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Customers who were curious about the smiling foreign workers ringing up their order at this local konbini can now learn a little bit about what they have in common.
Easing of uniform rules is a welcome change for heroic rescuers who put their lives on the line.
Our reporter shares which version of this classic style of bento (all for 430 yen/US$3.83 or under) overwhelmingly stole his heart and stomach.
These star employees deserve special recognition for their organizational skills, creativity, and in some cases, downright wackiness.
Our Japanese language reporter bites off a hefty chunk of the convenience store’s take on Mexican-Korean cuisine so we can bring you a spicy review.
Seniors especially irked by the mechanical process, but most people agree it’s kind of pointless anyway.
Request met with mixed reaction from praising its frankness to pointing out the impossibility of it.
Finally, a way to eat these delicious spongy white noodles on the go. You don’ wanna miss it!
June 6 was Roll Cake Day in Japan, and while we’ve never needed an excuse to stuff ourselves full of cake, we took full advantage of the occasion anyway by sampling TEN convenience store roll cakes!
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