Pickle-flavoured tart? AI inspires Japan's convenience stores
- TOKYO: Fears that advanced artificial intelligence could wipe out humanity have dominated global headlines, but in Japan the technology is being used for a sweeter purpose - developing never-before-seen convenience store desserts.
- For customers tired of the usual egg sandwiches and rice balls, major chains are turning to AI to develop products, including some unexpected flavours.
- Lawson, one of the country's biggest convenience store operators, said on Tuesday (Sep 15) it will roll out three new food items, including a pickle-flavoured lemon tart and a bread roll filled with red bean paste, marg
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- TOKYO: Fears that advanced artificial intelligence could wipe out humanity have dominated global headlines, but in Japan the technology is being used for a sweeter purpose - developing never-before-seen convenience store desserts.
- For customers tired of the usual egg sandwiches and rice balls, major chains are turning to AI to develop products, including some unexpected flavours.
- Lawson, one of the country's biggest convenience store operators, said on Tuesday (Sep 15) it will roll out three new food items, including a pickle-flavoured lemon tart and a bread roll filled with red bean paste, marg
Sources: CNA