Halloween may be in October, but when August rolls around in Japan, it’s a time of ghosts. Every August (the 12th this year), Japan observes…

Exceptionally airy, soft, and fluffy, Japanese pancakes can sometimes be a game-changing experience for those used to standard stacks. That’s because the style of pancakes…

“The latest craze in Japan” is a phrase often delivered with some questionable hyperbole, but in the terms of how the Roman sweet maritozzo has…

Whether you’re looking to enjoy a safe sakura season celebration at home, or if you are planning a socially distanced hanami party under the cherry…

Derpy, cute, and fishy–it’s not uncommon to see Magikarp as an inspiration for Pokémon-themed treats, including a taiyaki version found in Akihabara. Chinese Twitter user…

Tokyo butter specialist and bakery Canoble brands many of their sweets and goods as “edible butter”, often because of the appearance of their goods and…

As a surprisingly early cherry blossom season approaches in Japan, businesses and makers around the country are celebrating with loads of sakura-flavored treats, most notably…

The Japanese side of Twitter is filled with creative “food artists” who seem to strike a perfect balance between delicious and adorable, turning out treats…

You may remember that popular conveyor belt sushi chain (kaitenzushi) Kura Sushi took love for sushi a step further by introducing curry bread and cola…

In the world of Japanese sweets, it’s not uncommon to come across some snacks that appear to be too cute to eat. Taiyaki (literally “baked…

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,…