Cherry blossom season is one of the most important seasons in Japan! Every year we see Japan become a fantastic pink wonderland once springtime hits. Pink cherry blossom blooms bring visitors from all over the world to enjoy the storied sakura season. The only thing better than the breathtaking early to mid April full bloom...

POV: You just got ramune from Japan! Maybe you scored it in your latest TokyoTreat monthly subscription box or you found a tasty one on Japanese goods marketplace JapanHaul? You’re super psyched! There are so many awesome ramune flavors to try! Which did you get? Ramune is the king of Japanese carbonated drinks and has...

Summer festivals in Japan (or Natsu Matsuri) are a must-experience event, beloved by adults & children alike! Every August, Japanese shrines are covered with lanterns and fun game stalls. There's nothing quite like the experience of passing under the shrine torii gates in a light yukata (summer kimono), then slowly walking around the shrine and...

This month TokyoTreat is proud to announce that we’re joining forces with our pals over at Funimation to bring you an awesome box of Japanese snacks perfect for an anime movie marathon! We even have a June exclusive: 1 month of Funimation Premium Plus for FREE! So we thought let’s take a look at some...

Bring me a bento!  What exactly is a Bento? It’s a type of meal (typically for 1 person) full of plenty of goodies that you can eat anywhere! Japan loves a meal on the go! Keeping up your energy with tasty food is super important, and Japan has no shortages of tasty lunch or dinner...

Sweet Potato – The Ultimate Japanese Autumn Snack! Probably the most famous fall snack all around the world is sweet potato! It’s the perfect pre-winter warmer! And Japan is no exception! But how is Japanese sweet potato (Satsumaimo) different and where did it come from? Let’s find out! Source Originally, the sweet potato Japan knows...