Nikuman, or steamed pork buns, are a definitely a fan favorite of the hot food section at Japanese convenience stores–especially since they come in a…

In many parts of the Northern Hemisphere at this time of year, as the autumn wind blows and temperatures fall, thoughts turn to warm and…

If you’re in the Tokyo area, then you probably know that the weather has suddenly gone from balmy to frigid. This week, temperatures as low…

Nagasaki is home to a number of dishes praised throughout Japan, but one foodie favorite is Nagasaki Kakuni Manju. The Nagasaki take on Gua Bao…

Tokyo Banana is often touted as the number one souvenir when it comes to sweets to bring back for those visiting Tokyo. The crowd-pleasing treat’s…

Chūkaman（中華まん）is the Japanese word for “Chinese steamed buns” and in this category, we also have the pork buns, known as nikuman (肉まん) in Japanese. The…

Japanese convenience stores certainly live up to their name, providing services beyond consumables that include concert ticket pick-up, shipping, and even paying your bills. They…

Instead of a typical steamed bun, how about having a cat bun? felissimo This adorable steamed bun hails from Felissimo, the same Japanese online retailer…

Among the many treasure troves found in Japanese convenience stores, the hot food section may rain supreme. There you can find adventurous items like sukiyaki…