Lawson
The birthplace of Karaage-kun. Backed by Mitsubishi Corp and KDDI, it runs diverse formats like the health-oriented 'Natural Lawson' and the budget 'Lawson 100'.
History
Opened its first store in Sakurajima, Osaka in 1975, expanding the US Lawson brand in Japan. Later owned by Daiei, then acquired by Mitsubishi Corp; KDDI joined as a co-owner in 2024.
Features
- Original home of Karaage-kun (launched 1991)
- Rich lineup of hot snacks (L-chicken, Karaage-kun)
- Strong Ponta points (linked with au/KDDI)
- Format variety: Natural Lawson, Lawson 100, etc.
Accepted e-money & payments
PontaTransit IC (Suica/PASMO etc.)iDQUICPayRakuten PayPayPayau PAYd BaraiMerpayVisa/Mastercard contactless
* Not available at every register or terminal.
Main services
- Lawson Bank ATM
- 24/7 ATM with wide fee-free withdrawal network.
- Lawson Cafe
- Machine coffee plus frappes, soft cream, and desserts.
- Multifunction copier
- Ticket pickup, printing, ID photos, government services.
- Package pickup & shipping
- Yamato and Sagawa parcels can be sent/received.
- Bill payment
- Pay barcode invoices at the register.