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Probably because most Americans live in lower density cities. Fresh food distribution is a lot harder in low density areas, and that is probably why 7-11 focuses on microwavable wings and hotdogs in the US.

A good NYC bodega is as stacked as a 7-11 in Tokyo. Really good fresh baked goods and they'll cook up anything you want for you too.



But 7-11s in Japan seem better than American convenience stores in similar density areas (from my experience)


This makes sense for rural and maybe exurban areas, but not for urban and most suburban areas.

My guess is that the lack of foot traffic changes the clientele in the states.


> A good NYC bodega is as stacked as a 7-11 in Tokyo.

No. And it isn't as clean, orderly and organized either.




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