Overview Lawson is a leading convenience retail operator originating from Japan, with 18,000+ stores across Japan and selected Asian markets. The business operates on a franchise-led model domestically, supported by centralized logistics, procurement, and store systems. Internationally, expansion is controlled and partner-driven, not broadly accessible. Franchise Model Lawson’s structure is closer to an operating partnership…
As Lawson prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary this Saturday (June 14th), the Japanese convenience store giant is setting bold new targets for international growth. In a strategic move poised to reshape the retail landscape, Lawson plans to open over 5,000 new stores in China by 2031, according to Nikkei Asia. This major expansion would…