CHENGDU, China -- Japanese convenience store group Lawson is expanding operations in inland China, driven by the successful marketing strategies of brand collaborations and small-format stores.
"I'm looking to buy One Piece and giant panda collab products," said a young customer outside a Lawson in Chengdu, referring to the popular Japanese anime series.







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