'Stick' rice balls among new Covid-era goods
ANNnewsCH -- Mar 26

Lawson has announced new products for the spring-summer season that have been adapted to the new coronavirus lifestyle.
Since many people who buy in bulk by refraining from going out has increased and the sales of frozen foods that can be stored for a long time have increased by about 10% from last year, we have frozen desserts such as tiramisu and apple pie.
Furthermore, a salad containing lactic acid bacteria is scheduled to appear, as awareness of health is increasing due to a lack of exercise.

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