Japan Gourmet Guide: My top five recommendations of family restaurants
“Famiresu”(ファミレス) or family restaurants in English are casual restaurants aimed at families, but currently enjoyed by many people in Japan. We don’t have such places…
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My top 5 recommendations of things to see and do during November in Japan
Do you plan on coming to Japan in November next year? November is a great month to visit this beautiful country especially because of the…
New Kit Kat taps locally reputed brand of apple pie sticks from apple-famous Aomori Prefecture
Ever since 2002 when it released Yubari melon flavor Kit Kat, Nestlé has been developing local Kit Kat varieties in collaboration with local specialty produce,…
“Don’t Worry Egg’wich”: The world’s first eggwich speciality store opens in Osaka
The eggwich, alternatively written as egg’wich, is a new kind of burger that replaces hamburger buns with eggs. It has been drawing attention lately as…
Kentucky Fried Chicken Japan brings back Red Hot Chicken just in time for the cold weather
We’re seeing more sweaters, coats and scarves these days in Japan as the thermometer begins to drop into the low teens and even single digits…
Japan’s amazing Salvador Dali afternoon tea menu will put a timeless masterpiece on your plate
Japan has its fair share of awesome themed afternoon tea sets. We’ve especially seen a lot inspired by various recognisable characters such as Hello Kitty,…
Japan’s dessert-inspired bubble teas are about to make the Holidays even sweeter for boba fans
As a super popular Taiwanese boba stand, The Alley has been a trendy staple of Japan’s bubble tea scene since the brand’s signature deer insignia…
Krispy Kreme Japan’s exclusive ‘premium’ range takes on Christmas with adorable Holiday doughnuts
Japan’s Krispy Kreme stores often inspire jealousy in doughnut-lovers around the world with their undeniably cute, seasonal creations. Whether it’s cherry blossom season, New Year…
Japanese katsu chain releases heaps of bacon and chicken katsu series
While Japanese katsu, curry, and rice bowl chain Katsuya is a favorite of those seeking a quick and filling meal, some of their latest heavy…
8 minutes worth the wait: Nissin’s new Donbei premium udon is the chewiest instant udon ever
When it first came out in 1976, Nissin’s Donbei Kitsune Udon was the world’s first ever bowl-shaped instant noodle and it has been a familiar…
Pikachu Tokyo Banana! Tokyo’s most popular souvenir sweets team up with Pokemon
If you’ve ever gone through Tokyo Station or stopped by a gift shop at any other major station in the Tokyo area, chances are you’ve…
A strawberry mochi chocolate cube for 45¢: Tirol adds ichigo daifuku to their namamochi lineup
If you love the soft and chewy taste of mochi, you like chocolate and strawberries AND you’re on a tight budget, there’s a sweet snack…
Japan’s new “Noodle Wall” protects from ramen splash damage and has a theater pocket for your phone
To keep up with the constant wave of new types of instant noodles released, such as Sour Cream and Onion Pringles flavored yakisoba and even…
Nara’s organic ‘nature’ doughnut specialists debut Sanrio character inspired ‘Keroppi Family’ lineup
Floresta Doughnuts is a chain which started in Nara prefecture and specialises in organic doughnuts. The shop became known for their adorable animal shaped doughnuts,…
Sink your teeth into this Pink Tiger Sandwich and satisfy that growling tummy
This tiger-inspired sandwich will have you prowling the streets of Tokyo’s concrete jungle. Released by Le Cafe de Joel on October 27th, the stylish sandwich…