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Terra Charge Expands EV Charging Network in Japan

Terra Charge Inc., headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, has announced the installation of electric vehicle (EV) fast chargers at six Lawson convenience stores located in Ibaraki, Tochigi, and Shimane Prefectures. This initiative marks the company's entry into the convenience store sector, with services set to begin gradually from February 11, 2026.

With 24-hour operations, these convenience stores provide an ideal setting for EV users to access quick charging solutions while engaging in their regular shopping activities. The incorporation of EV charging stations into these popular locations aims to significantly enhance the convenience for users, addressing a critical aspect of EV adoption—the availability of readily accessible charging points outside of home.

Background

The push towards achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 has accelerated the proliferation of electric vehicles and the expansion of charging infrastructure across Japan. The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has set an ambitious target to install 300,000 EV charging points by 2030. Amidst this growth, however, the lack of easily accessible charging locations, particularly away from home, remains a pressing issue. Convenience stores, frequented by consumers, are especially well-suited to accommodate charging installations due to their widespread locations and accessibility.

As of now, Japan has approximately 68,000 charging points available, and Terra Charge is poised to play a key role in enhancing this network. The company offers flexible deployment options to meet the varying needs of both facilities and users, ensuring that EV charging can be conveniently accessed in diverse locations, from home to various outing destinations.

The services provided by Terra Charge include no initial, maintenance, or operational costs for the facility operators and are built upon robust, domestically sourced hardware, which minimizes parts supply risks. Additionally, a 24/7 customer support hotline and comprehensive payment and management features bolster service reliability. This combined assurance enables a safe charging environment for both operators and users alike.

Details of Installed Chargers

The rollout of these chargers at Lawson stores will commence on February 11, 2026. Users can find detailed information through the Terra Charge official application:

• - Lawson Sakura Unosato 1-chome

Address: 1-13-1 Unosato, Sakura City, Tochigi, 329-1323
Charger Specifications: 120 kW fast charger with 2 output ports (single port max 90 kW)

• - Lawson Oyama Dotou

Address: 236 Dotou, Oyama City, Tochigi, 323-0812
Charger Specifications: 120 kW fast charger with 2 output ports (single port max 90 kW)

• - Lawson Sakura Tsukuba Interchange

Address: 1055-641 Shimohirooka, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki, 305-0042
Charger Specifications: 90 kW fast charger with 1 output port

• - Lawson Taniwahara Kogane

Address: 154-12 Kogane, Tsukubamirai City, Ibaraki, 300-2445
Charger Specifications: 120 kW fast charger with 2 output ports (single port max 90 kW)

• - Lawson Kamisu Ohnobara 1-chome

Address: 1-2-23 Ohnobara, Kamisu City, Ibaraki, 314-0144
Charger Specifications: 120 kW fast charger with 2 output ports (single port max 90 kW)

• - Lawson Poplar Mito Sendou

Address: 677-2 Sendou, Mito Town, Masuda City, Shimane, 698-0212
Charger Specifications: 120 kW fast charger with 2 output ports (single port max 90 kW)

Comments from Lawson's Executive

Shigeto Totsu, a representative from Lawson, commented that the company is committed to the environmental vision of