Food
Japanese chocolate fans create 'Chase the Thunder' hack for new Mister Donut Halloween collection
You’ll find a lot of chocolates in Japan, but if you’re looking to taste one that’s achieved cult status amongst locals, you have to try a little chocolate called Black Thunder. Priced at just 35 yen, this palm-sized chocolate bar contains crunchy biscuit and cocoa cookie pieces that give it a wonderful… Read
Tiny chocolate croissants cause big stir at popular bakery cafe in Japan
When it comes to cafes in Japan, there are a lot of options to choose from, but for many locals you just can’t beat Saint Marc Cafe. This home-grown chain, which opened its first cafe in Tokyo in 1999, prides itself on being a “bakery cafe," with as much attention given… Read
Kyoto’s famous Chinese dish 'karashi' soba can now be found in Lawson
Kyoto is home to many famous foods, such as yatsuhashi, a traditional Japanese sweet, and restaurants, like the omurisu eatery Kichi Kichi. However, not many people would think to associate Kyoto with Chinese food. Among the many offerings that the city’s popular Chinese restaurants offer, one of the most iconic dishes… Read
There's no butter in apple butter, but it spreads deliciously
For me, it’s just not fall unless there is at least one apple picking outing. It’s been a family tradition since I was little — even though I actually fell out of an apple tree and broke my leg when I was 5. It wasn’t the tree’s fault. And we… Read
Does the new Godiva x Baskin-Robbins Japan ice cream collaboration live up to the hype?
Baskin-Robbins and Godiva are two brands that usually sit far apart on the sweets spectrum, with the former serving up affordable ice creams and cakes, and the latter catering to customers with deeper wallets, where a single bite-sized chocolate can set you back at least 500 yen. However, the vastly different customer bases… Read
The wonderful world of Japanese street food
Japanese street food is a vibrant and essential part of the country’s culinary culture, offering an array of delicious and unique treats. During the summer months of June through September, Japan comes alive with natsumatsuri (夏祭り), or summer festivals, where street food takes center stage. In this enchanting atmosphere, the cool, reserved… Read
Atsu Atsu Osatsu Balls and sweet potato shakes on the way for autumn dessert time at Mos Burger
With fall approaching, every fast food chain under the sun is releasing a moon-viewing burger of some kind in Japan, and Mos Burger is no exception. But Mos Burger isn’t just known for their burgers, but their high-quality sweets too, and they often coordinate the release of seasonal desserts along limited-time sandwiches. So… Read
Starbucks Japan releases new Pumpkin Spice Latte chilled cup exclusively at convenience stores
Starbucks’ iconic Pumpkin Spice Latte has become synonymous with autumn for a lot of customers overseas, where it’s been appearing on the menu for over 20 years, but here in Japan, fans went 15 whole years without it, until it made a triumphant return to the menu in 2021. Ever since then, the drink… Read
Mister Donut’s autumn donut flavors are chain’s biggest shake-up yet with chestnut and more
Even though the outdoors in Japan still feels decidedly like summer, food makers have already begun shifting their focus to autumn selections. That grouping includes the highly anticipated release of this year’s Mister Donut‘s autumn-themed donuts. After learning that the popular donut chain would be significantly renewing its offerings from last year’s lineup, we decided… Read
Kimchi no more? Climate change puts South Korea's beloved cabbage dish at risk
South Korea's famous kimchi is falling victim to climate change, with scientists, farmers and manufacturers saying the quality and quantity of the napa cabbage that is pickled to make the ubiquitous dish is suffering due to rising temperatures. Napa cabbage thrives in cooler climates, and is usually planted in mountainous… Read
