--- product_id: 621395715 title: "The Convenience Store by the Sea: The quirky, charming Japanese sensation with over half a million copies sold worldwide" price: "$35.15" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/621395715-the-convenience-store-by-the-sea-the-quirky-charming-japanese store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Global bestseller 2024 release 500K+ copies sold The Convenience Store by the Sea: The quirky, charming Japanese sensation with over half a million copies sold worldwide **Price:** $35.15 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Embrace the magic in the mundane—your next favorite read awaits! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Convenience Store by the Sea: The quirky, charming Japanese sensation with over half a million copies sold worldwide - **How much does it cost?** $35.15 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/621395715-the-convenience-store-by-the-sea-the-quirky-charming-japanese) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Culturally Rich & Intimate:** Explore authentic Japanese social nuances that deepen your reading experience. - • **A Heartwarming Japanese Literary Gem:** Dive into the quirky charm of everyday life by the sea. - • **Perfect Paperback for On-the-Go Moments:** Lightweight and portable, ideal for your daily commute or cozy breaks. - • **Critically Acclaimed with 4.6⭐ Average:** Experience a beautifully written narrative praised for its comforting vibe. - • **Over Half a Million Readers Can't Be Wrong:** Join a global community captivated by tender storytelling. ## Overview The Convenience Store by the Sea is a 2024 paperback release from Orion, enchanting readers worldwide with over 500,000 copies sold. This contemporary Japanese literary fiction offers intimate, interconnected stories that reveal life's simple yet profound moments. With a 4.6-star rating from 323 reviews, it’s a comforting, culturally rich read perfect for millennials seeking meaningful narratives that foster connection and reflection. ## Description ' The Convenience Store by the Sea makes magic from life's simple moments . . . an unexpected treasure revealing what's truly important in life. I will hold it close for when I need a rem Review: Comforting Book - Beautifully written book which feels like a hug ..loved it..♥️♥️ Review: Very satisfying read! - This is a lovely little book of stories…an intimate look at the everyday lives of people in Japan who all happen to be connected in some way to the Tenderness Convenience Store. Young people, old people, married people, single people. I got confused a couple of times but them reminded myself that in Japan people are referred to by their surnames as a sign of respect but when you get very close, you can use given name so be on alert for a name change here and there. 2/3 of way through, I jotted down notes to keep them straight. Wonderful characters! ## Features - Binding: paperback - Language: english - Manufacturer: Orion - Brand: Orion - Publication date: 2024-09-19T00:00:01Z ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #18,044 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #787 in Contemporary Literature & Fiction #1,490 in Literary Fiction #2,323 in Genre Fiction | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 323 Reviews | ## Images ![The Convenience Store by the Sea: The quirky, charming Japanese sensation with over half a million copies sold worldwide - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91jdAh5QxzL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Comforting Book *by H***J on 13 June 2025* Beautifully written book which feels like a hug ..loved it..♥️♥️ ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very satisfying read! *by M***E on 4 August 2025* This is a lovely little book of stories…an intimate look at the everyday lives of people in Japan who all happen to be connected in some way to the Tenderness Convenience Store. Young people, old people, married people, single people. I got confused a couple of times but them reminded myself that in Japan people are referred to by their surnames as a sign of respect but when you get very close, you can use given name so be on alert for a name change here and there. 2/3 of way through, I jotted down notes to keep them straight. Wonderful characters! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reflections of looking at myself *by R***C on 12 May 2026* such a wonderful book i can relate to some of the stories/mirroring my life i caught myself crying ,got a new lease on my golden years,,truly wonderful story telling ## Frequently Bought Together - The Convenience Store by the Sea: The quirky, charming Japanese sensation with over half a million copies sold worldwide - Days at the Morisaki Bookshop: The perfect book to curl up with - for lovers of Japanese translated fiction everywhere - What You Are Looking for is in the Library: The uplifting, Japanese fiction multi-million copy bestseller --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/621395715-the-convenience-store-by-the-sea-the-quirky-charming-japanese](https://www.desertcart.us/products/621395715-the-convenience-store-by-the-sea-the-quirky-charming-japanese) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-14*