Hal okada vegan sweets lab store’s Soymilk Chocolat Roll open for reservations
I have a couple of vegan friends that live in Japan, and as a person trying to choose plant-based meals whenever is possible, there are…
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Japan’s valentine’s burger captures the mood with a combination of chocolate and meat juice
The way to a man’s heart, as the old adage goes, is through his stomach. The Valentine’s menu at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Tokyo…
Godiva and Nicolai Bergmann collaboration sets standard for Valentine’s Day 2021
Spattered across the pages of history are collaborations so profound that they have shaped everything that came after. For example, Wilbur and Orville Wright, who…
Japanese baking artist cooks up chocolate bread buff bear bodybuilders for Valentine’s Day
You may remember talented “bread illustration artist” Ran (@konel_bread) for her awesome baked goods that cleverly recreate her son’s drawings. Recently Ran attracted a lot…
The delicious sweets from PISTA & TOKYO now available to purchase online
The popular pistachio sweets from the specialty store PISTA & TOKYO are available to purchase online and have been taking orders via email since the…
Pie Holic and VANILLA BEANS collaborate on savory chocolate pies for Valentine’s Day
With Valentine’s Day getting closer, the shops all around Japan started to change their displays. Along with the decorations, seasonal and limited-time menus, with many…
Offer your Valentine the key to your heart with this chocolate-filled treasure chest
Are you looking for something different to offer that special someone (or make yourself happy) this Valentine’s Day? The Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho hotel has…
Japanese ramen chain celebrates Valentine’s Day with angel and devil chocolate ramen bowls
Ramen in Japan exists in a variety of styles that each region will proudly tell you is the best of the bunch, but over the…
Yuasa Soy Sauce develops the world’s first chocolate soy sauce, “Cacao Jang”
Yuasa Soy Sauce Ltd., the soy sauce division of the Marushinhonke brewery founded in 1881 in Yuasa, Wakayama Prefecture, also known as the birthplace of…
200 year old maker releases sliced chocolate and traditional Japanese sweets fusion for breakfast toast treat
One of Japan’s most popular wagashi, or traditional sweets, is yokan. Yokan is a thick, jellied dessert made from sugar, red bean paste, and agar….
Starbucks Japan doubles down on Valentine’s Day with duo of crunchy and melty chocolate Frappuccinos
Starbucks Japan is known for their creative seasonally-limited Frappuccinos, but they sometime double down during holidays for a series of releases, as seen with their…
2021 Valentine’s Day trends reveal preference for online shopping amid coronavirus-related fears
Valentine’s Day has become a barometer of Japanese shopping habits, consumer confidence and attitudes to the workplace. This year it is also functioning as a…
Mr Donut collabs with current “world’s best pastry chef” Pierre Marcolini on new collection
Since 2017, Mister Donuts Japan has tapped top names in patisserie and chocolate as part of their “there’s something good at Mister Donuts” slogan. Previously,…
Trendy boba tea shop The Alley serves up Chocolate Caramel Milk Tea for Valentine’s Day
In these difficult pandemic times, for many people, cherishing loved ones and showing you care can feel even more important than ever. Valentine’s Day could…
Sanrio announces 2021 Godiva Valentine’s gifts with chocolate & Hello Kitty, My Melody plushies
Since 2013, Sanrio and Godiva have collaborated on chocolate and plush toy gift sets for Valentine’s Day, Christmas and other holiday occasions. Valentine’s Day 2021…