Konbiniya Japan Centre is a Japanese convenience store located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Established in 1991, Konbiniya has been serving the local community by providing a wide range of authentic Japanese products, including foods, sweets, snacks, drinks, and useful supplies. The store aims to be "Your Japanese Konbini - open every day, whenever you need," emphasizing accessibility and convenience for its customers.
In addition to imported Japanese goods, Konbiniya supports the growth of Japanese gourmet culture by offering products from local Vancouver businesses. This includes items from local vendors such as Takenaka (a sushi-focused food truck), Kanadell (a bakery), and Coconama (a chocolatier), among others.
Konbiniya operates two locations in Vancouver:
Downtown Vancouver: 1238 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C1. Store hours are Sunday to Thursday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM, and Friday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to midnight.
Kerrisdale: 2307 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6M 2A3. Open daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
The Downtown location also features Bon Crepe, a take-out window serving Japanese-style crepes with a variety of toppings, soft serve ice cream, corn dogs, and seasonal special meals.
For customers seeking Japanese travel tickets or international shipping services to Japan, Konbiniya offers the Travel Box service, providing assistance with these needs.
Konbiniya maintains an active online presence, with an online shop available for customers who prefer to shop from home. The store also engages with the community through social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram, sharing updates on new products, promotions, and events.