Akihabara-based retailer Thanko has a reputation for making practical appliances, but recently they’ve been shifting their focus to helping out solo-diners with devices that help…

You may remember the talented Onigiri Gekijou (Rice Ball Theater, Twitter, YouTube) for their expertly crafted rice balls that look just too cute to eat….

When it comes to instant yakisoba in Japan, it’s hard to doubt Peyang as one of the country’s leading brands. Peyang not only releases a…

Talented husband and wife icing cookie artist duo WHIP SUGAR (@YuicihiroG) took a break from crafting deliciously charming and edible Studio Ghibli dioramas to give…

Nissin’s Chicken Ramen: The Original While many of our readers have surely heard of Nissin’s Cup Noodle instant noodle products, perhaps fewer have heard of…

When it comes to pizza, there’s a wide variety of toppings to choose from. Whether you’re ordering or making one from scratch, what you choose…

Manufactured by Lotte, 雪見だいふく Yukimi Daifuku (literally “snow-viewing daifuku cake”) is the most famous brand of mochi ice cream in Japan. It features a chewy…

As you can surmise from its name, the YouTube channel アラフォー男子の独学料理 (arafō danshi no dokugaku ryōri | cooking by a self-taught man in his 40s)…

The shima enaga, or long-tailed tit, has definitely earned its nickname as “the cutest bird in Japan.” Often compared to feathered Pokémon, the adorable white…

Convenience stores in Japan can carry a lot of of surprisingly tasty and helpful goods and services, which makes them quite a popular pit stop…

Curry is a strong contender for the top of the list when it comes to comfort food. But no matter what kind you make, after…

Instant noodle maker Nissin is always happy to share some pretty far-out-there concepts for future releases inspired by their popular Cup Noodle brand. Often Nissin…

Floresta is a Japanese doughnut shop famous for their adorable creations, that are all handmade with organic ingredients. They gained popularity for their cute animal-shaped…

If you really love pork katsu and you live in the Kansai area of Japan, you have an opportunity to get more than your fill…

Yamazaki Baking Company’s long-selling “Thin Crust Cream Bread” series is a major hit with sweets fans in Japan. In particularly their “Thin Crust Sweet Potato…