Recommendation of Unique Japanese Products and Culture
Product Introduction through My Daily Life in Japan
Sad news hit Japanese candy fans recently; Sakuma Seika (佐久間製菓: Sakumaseika), headquartered in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, announced that the company will shut down operations on January 20, 2023. It’s a shame, but their Sakuma Drops (correctly Sakuma’s...
When it comes to Dagashi chewing gum, Marukawa Marble Gum is legendary. But this Donguri Gum candy from Pine also has a history, long loved by Japanese children. Pine Donguri Gum Candy Donguri Gum (どんぐりガム)...
Yesterday, I found a rare Dagashi candy by chance in a supermarket where I rarely shop. The name of the treat is Nihon-Ichi Kibi Dango (日本一 きびだんご), which is from Japan’s northernmost prefecture Hokkaido....
I have not visited Sendai City, Miyagi, for years. One reason is that, because of the covid-19 pandemic, I couldn’t get the opportunity. But thanks to the Omiyage (お土産: souvenir) fair held in an Aeon...
Halloween 2022 is nearing day by day. Here in Japan, the festival is not yet so prevalent, but many youths enjoy the event with friends, and stores carry various products with Halloween packaging. Baked...
Recently, I have learned that Kit Kat Dark Chocolate comes with “70” in many countries. But here, the number is 72. Today, I will introduce the Japan edition Kitkat Cacao 72 % chocolate I...
As you may already know, Japan has eased restrictions on foreign tourists since yesterday, and individual trips are now possible. Without a doubt, Tokyo is one of the most popular destinations for those travelers,...
When I went shopping at a supermarket yesterday, I headed to its Dagashi section to hunt for something interesting, where this Puchi Pudding Choco (プチプリンチョコ) caught my eye. Kabaya Petit Pudding Chocolate The Petit...
