EP34: Japanese Convenience Stores (コンビニ) | Onigiri, Nori, Suica & Travel Tips

Have you ever wondered why Japanese convenience stores are so famous?

In this episode, we talk about Japanese コンビニ (convenience stores) and why they are so useful for travelers.

You’ll learn useful Japanese words such as:

• コンビニ (convenience store)
• おにぎり (rice ball)
• おべんとう (lunch box)
• のり (seaweed)
• Suica
• ATM

We also talk about:

• How to open a Japanese おにぎり correctly
• Why the のり stays crispy
• Seasonal foods like おでん and にくまん
• Hot foods such as からあげ
• Buying alcohol at convenience stores
• Finding a トイレ while traveling
• Using an ATM and topping up your Suica card

This episode is a little different from our grammar and practice episodes.

Instead, you’ll learn practical Japanese vocabulary while discovering an important part of everyday life in Japan.

Perfect for:

• Japanese beginners
• Japan travelers
• People planning their first trip to Japan
• Anyone interested in Japanese culture

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