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inKONBINI
About project
inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories is a cozy, narrative-driven simulation game developed by Nagai Industries, set in a small-town Japanese convenience store in the early 1990s. At Archibaldi Studio, we brought its world to life through original music, sound design, and audio programming. Blending music inspired by Japanese pop of the era with sounds recorded in real convenience stores, we created a warm, nostalgic soundscape that brings out the beauty in everyday moments.
Our Approach
At Archibaldi Studio, our goal was to capture the quiet charm of inKONBINI, making a small-town Japanese convenience store feel warm, familiar, and full of life. We wanted every sound to draw players into its daily rhythms and the personal stories unfolding along the way.
Inspired by Japanese pop music of the early 1990s, we paired nostalgic melodies with ambiences recorded in real convenience stores. These details helped ground the experience in an authentic everyday setting, while adaptive music allowed the soundtrack to respond naturally to the player’s actions. Our focus was on finding the right balance: giving each moment warmth and character while leaving room for conversations, discoveries, and the simple pleasure of taking things slowly.
Ready to hear the world of inKONBINI? Explore our full music album, videos, and reviews below! (edited)
