Helpfully, if you’re trying to order one, the Japanese word for sandwich is サンドイッチ – pronounced sandoiichi And of all the places you might eat a sandwich in Japan, the konbini … See more

In a world of artisan sourdough and sandwiches piled high with exotic toppings, I admit, when you first see the Japanese sandwiches lined up on the shelf, you might wonder wh… See more

Eating in a konbini is one way to save money on your trip. And the great thing about the sandwiches is that they are pretty cheap (usually around 250-400 yen). They are quite lig… See more

After sampling all of the options, multiple times, I have to say I agree with Antony Bourdain, Lawson just has the edge – then Family Mart, then 7-11 – but, 7-11 has better side … See more