Socks, Drugs, and Wi-Fi: A Look at Japanese Convenience Store Services

Extensive selections of toiletries, facemasks, and cosmetics.

FamilyMart offers a variety of hygiene products, including its own brand of disposable underwear—a handy item for travelers.

Muji-brand products, from underwear to hand towels to stationery goods, line select FamilyMart shelves.

The pharmaceuticals section at a Lawson store.

A comfortable eat-in space. (Photo courtesy of Lawson)

Another useful service at most convenience stores is public toilets. Just remember that it is standard practice to first inform a store attendant that you would like to use the restroom.

Seven-Eleven is adding English-language menus to its multi-function copiers at more locations.

An employee contacts the call center for interpretation assistance.