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Exciting News: Subway Opening at JR Sakai City Station

Subway, the popular sandwich chain operated by WATAMI FAST CASUAL MANAGEMENT Co., will open a new store at JR Sakai City Station on December 16, 2025. This new establishment is conveniently situated just outside the ticket gates, making it easily accessible for commuters and local residents.

The area around JR Sakai City Station features a vibrant mixture of commercial facilities and residential neighborhoods, attracting a diverse crowd throughout the week. This new Subway outlet aims to cater to not only those commuting to work or school, but also to people stopping by during train transfers or while waiting.

The store will introduce a 'Self-Order System' that allows customers, including first-timers, to order at their own pace confidently. Although Subway is well-known for its customizable sandwiches, some customers find the ordering process a bit daunting. With the new self-order system, customers can follow the guided interface to customize their sandwiches comfortably. We invite everyone to stop by and experience the ease of ordering at Subway.

As of December 2025, existing Subway locations have experienced 62 consecutive months of sales growth, and the opening of this new store will bring the total number of Subway locations in Japan to 218.

JR Sakai Station Store Details

• - Opening Date: December 16, 2025 (Tuesday)
• - Address: 1-1-11 Shinonome Nishi-cho, Sakai Ward, Sakai City, Osaka 590-0013
• - Business Hours: 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM
• - Store Area: Approximately 76.03 square meters (23 tsubo)
• - Seating Capacity: 22 seats

Store Features

• - Self-ordering system implemented
• - Installation of digital menu boards

WATAMI FAST CASUAL MANAGEMENT is currently seeking franchise owners. Subway’s operational model is safe and clean, with no use of fire or oils, allowing for low investment and a compact kitchen setup. Interested individuals can reach out for inquiries.

Contact Information:

• - WATAMI FAST CASUAL MANAGEMENT Co., Restaurant Development Department
• - Phone: 03-6423-6580 (Representative) Business hours: Weekdays 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• - Fax: 03-6423-6581
• - Email: [email protected]

Subway made its debut in 1965 in Connecticut, USA, founded by Fred DeLuca, who started it as a way to save money for college at just 17 years old. The first location was designed as a “local sandwich shop” and has since evolved into a customizable sandwich chain that’s now present in over 100 countries. In Japan, the first store opened in Minato, Tokyo in March 1992, later expanding nationwide. Every day, the store bakes fresh bread and carefully pieces together quality ingredients such as roast beef and shrimp avocados, complemented by crisp vegetables crafted with care by the staff, known as Sandwich Artists.