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Convenience stores, toilets and the allure of everyday Japan

Managing Editor · Monday, October 26, 2026 at 1:35 AM · 1 min read

Convenience stores, toilets and the allure of everyday Japan — Japan Times, Tokyo Business news — Image: Japan Times

Forget the temples and the famous landmarks. For some visitors, the country's appeal lies in the infrastructure of daily life.

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