Coffee house chain Komeda’s Coffee is largely known in Japan for their surprisingly large portion sizes and generous Nagoya-style breakfast sets, one of its most…

Do you know of a Japanese chocolate called Black Thunder? They are a very popular brand that sold over 200 million* chocolate bars in 2017….

Of all chocolate bars, Black Thunder enjoys a special place in the Japanese public’s heart. These crunchy treats are bitesize and affordable, and can be…

Japan’s convenience stores stock several bite-size chocolate bars in the snack section, and one of the most popular of these options is ‘Black Thunder’, known…

When it comes to picking up a quick and cheap treat in the convenience store, Japan has several types of bite-size chocolates that come in…

For centuries, the winter months in Japan have been bound up with the enticing smell of freshly baked sweet potatoes. In recent years, a new…

When it comes to delicious Japanese snacks and sweets, Fall is a misnomer, as the season brings with it a discernible rise in all kinds…

Black Thunder are one of Japan’s favorite bite-sized chocolate cookie bars. Often sold near the counter of a convenience store, the affordable (less than 100…