Matcha and other variations of green tea take pride of place as an important part of Japanese culture. Appreciated for its taste and health benefits,…

Japan is awesome in the summer. Fireworks, festivals, beaches. Fun, fun, fun in the sun, sun, sun. Except for one thing. The unbearable crushing heat,…

Most major cities in Japan have their share of cafes that were established in the Showa Era and have weathered the changing times by maintaining…

If you have spent a certain length of time in Japan or happen to be a fruit enthusiast who always samples local fruits when traveling…

Japanese online retailer Felissimo’s “Cat Club” (Neko-bu) division specializes in making feline related products, which can range from the strangely practical cat-paw socks that let…

With such a rich and extensive bathing culture that has manifested itself in everything between timeless and magical hot springs towns and even hot spring…

When it comes to nostalgic taste in Japan, you won’t find many bigger names than sweets and snacks maker Morinaga. Their popular caramels were a…

One of Japan’s most popular anime-themed pop-up shops is back, with the Sailor Moon Cafe 2017 officially opening up at four different locations in the…

Despite how great they taste, sometimes traditional Japanese desserts and sweets are best eaten with one’s eyes. Carefully crafted techniques that withstand generations often capture…

It’s very common for regions of Japan to have their pride for local specialties showcased, in both limited edition food and decoration. When those regions…

Last week McDonald’s Japan asked customers to guess which Pokémon their new Pokémon McFlurry would be inspired by. Adventurous flavors and Pokémon combinations included Charmander…

Usually made from whole egg yolks, Japanese pudding is often compared to Flan or creme caramel and a favorite treat of many convenience store goers….

There’s really no limit on what Japanese vending machines can offer. Outside of soft drinks, tea, and even alcohol, Japan’s vending machines seasonally offer soups,…

Spring is just around the corner, which means Japanese stores will be hit with a rush of spring-themed food and desserts to celebrate the beginning…

We’ve observed before that there’s nothing about sushi that dictates raw fish be a topping, with Japan dishing out Kit Kat sushi as the most…