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Pickle-Flavored Tart? AI Inspires Japan’s Convenience Stores

The chains used AI for brainstorming, while human specialists refined the recipes and Lawson plans three launches, including a pickle-flavoured lemon tart.

Summary by The Japan Times
For customers tired of the usual egg sandwiches and rice balls, major chains are turning to AI to develop products, including some unexpected flavors.

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Pickle-flavored tart? AI inspires Japan’s convenience stores

For customers tired of the usual egg sandwiches and rice balls, major chains are turning to AI to develop products, including some unexpected flavors.

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Pickle-flavoured tart? AI inspires Japan's convenience stores

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rtl.lu broke the news in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
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