I was first introduced to 7-Eleven in Thailand, and ever since, itās been a legendary five-star dining experience in my book.
People back home think of 7-11 as a place to buy gas, bad coffee, and regret. š½
In Asia? Itās a gourmet convenience store run by wizards. šŖ
Below is todayās lunch while listening to the Oilers game in Tokyo, Japanā$12.11 USD total, hot, fresh, and legitimately amazing. Just fresh local food, handed to you with a smile, and no tip required.
Where else can you eat well, watch hockey, and feel like youāre winning at lifeā¦ from a convenience store?
Living life to the fullestāone sushi, ramen meal with a cold beer at a time. 
They always say, āDonāt eat gas-station sushi.ā
That advice was clearly written by someone who has never set foot in an Asian 7-11.
This stuff is better than most sit-down restaurants back homeāand at about 25% of the price. Fresh rice, real fish, legit flavors. No price gouging. No regret. 
I may or may not also carry a tube of wasabi in my pocket at all times.
Donāt judge meāyouāre the one with tater tots in your cargo pants.
I might be wrong, but if you never tried it, I am guessing it might be you!
Milk and cookies before bed are for Santa.
North American Darrell finishes the night with 7-11 sushi, a cold beer, and the satisfaction of knowing that I absolutely won another travel day for pennies on the dollar.Ā Ā
Life is good, and 7-11 sushi makes it even better! 