Founder of Japan’s 7-Eleven chain Toshifumi Suzuki dies aged 93
Toshifumi Suzuki, the visionary founder of Japan's 7-Eleven chain, has passed away at the age of 93. He is credited with transforming the convenience store concept, opening the first 7-Eleven in Japan in 1974 and expanding it into a global giant. Suzuki was instrumental in revitalizing the US headquarters and is also known for introducing popular items like onigiri to the 7-Eleven menu. AI
