MANILA -- Japanese convenience store chain Lawson has partnered with a free school lunch program in the Philippines as part of a strategy to raise brand awareness by collaborating with local causes and businesses.
Convenience store chain turns to collaborations for boosting brand awareness

Japanese comedian Ryota Yamasato, center, participates in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Akamegane Kitchen on Aug. 29. (Photo by Yuki Fujita)
MANILA -- Japanese convenience store chain Lawson has partnered with a free school lunch program in the Philippines as part of a strategy to raise brand awareness by collaborating with local causes and businesses.