Originally published on McSweeney’s Internet Tendency.

At long last, the legendary 7-Eleven Japanese-style egg salad sandwich has landed in the USA. A creation on par with Tamagotchi and the rice cooker. Praised and craved by American tourists, teenage weebs, and coworkers who take any opportunity to bring up their recent trip to Tokyo.

This anticipated sando is the latest in a tradition of “Americanizing” beloved Japanese classics. But does it hold up to the hype? ➡️

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