Toshifumi Suzuki, founder of Seven-Eleven Japan, has died

Toshifumi Suzuki, founder of Seven-Eleven Japan, has died.

His legacy draws attention to 7-Eleven’s global reach and business model.

The contrast between Japan’s franchise-heavy stores and the U.S. operation stands out.

The piece also criticizes Speedway, saying conditions worsened after 7-Eleven’s acquisition.