Recommendation of Unique Japanese Products and Culture
Product Introduction through My Daily Life in Japan
When it comes to citrus fruit, Yuzu (ゆず/柚子) represents Japan. But as far as drinks/beverages go, lemon has universal popularity in my country. Among others, Kirin Lemon (released in 1928) has a long history and...
While Ume serves as a flavoring, Sakura sometimes lends its name to food with a pink color, as many Japanese people associate pink with the spring blossom. That’s the case with this Dagashi pickle...
Speaking of Tokuho, about which I wrote in the previous post, this Healthya Ryokucha (ヘルシア緑茶) from Kao (花王) is a forerunner, and here, I will detail what it is. Kao Healthya Ryokucha As Ryokucha...
Green Gum (released in 1957), Cool Mint Gum (1960), Black Black Gum (1983), and these Ume and Blueberry fruit flavors are chewing gum classics that the company Lotte boasts. In addition to having many...
It is August, and we are halfway through the summer. But the heat is still fierce, plus heavy rain is now hitting Niigata, where I live. Nonetheless, when I stopped by a 7-Eleven today,...
When I went to university in Tokyo, I was among the students who lived a frugal life, and I loved Acecook’s Super Cup 1.5 series (first released in 1988) very much. As the number...
Mizkan (ミツカン) is an Aichi, Handa-based food company that started its business in 1804. It now mainly produces and sells seasonings and natto, boasting a top market share. In their seasoning line-up, Ajipon is...
Following the Sakuranbo Mochi, the sweets I introduce here, Ume Mints (ウメ/梅 ミンツ), totally meet the conditions of Dagashi. The Japanese mint candy is small with a quirky appearance and is cheap for children,...
