The Convenience Store by the Sea - Sonoko Machida

Discover The Convenience Store by the Sea, a heartwarming Japanese sensation filled with quirky characters and touching tales of connection, community, and simple joys—Perfect for fans of Before The Coffee Gets Cold! - Step into Tenderness, where quirky characters and heartwarming stories remind you of the joy in everyday connections. Welcome to Tenderness! A quaint seaside town in Kitakyushu, Mojiko is full of hidden delights. And one unexpected treasure is the 24/7 convenience store, Tenderness. At first glance, it's a store like any other. Sure, it's a bit odd that the handsome manager has his own fan club. And perhaps the customers are somewhat eccentric. But there's a warmth about Tenderness that draws you in. The bright lights are always on. The employees know you by name. And the shelves are stacked with delicious treats, from strong hot coffee to sweet parfaits, egg sandos to ramen, crispy fried chicken to refreshing soba. After a while, you get the feeling that whatever you need might just be waiting for you here...