Some questions have plagued the human race since the beginning of time. What is the meaning of life? What is the secret to a long life? What’s coming in next month’s Japanese snack subscription box TokyoTreat? But of all of these key questions, none are more important than what ramune flavor would I be if...

When was the first time you heard about ramune – the refreshing Japanese soda with the glass marble in the neck of the bottle? Perhaps you found it on Japanese marketplace JapanHaul? Or you found it in a TokyoTreat monthly subscription box. Ramune is a staple in the world of Japanese soda. For over a...

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...

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...

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...

The name “Amaou” (あまおう) is an acronym for the Japanese adjectives amai (sweet), marui (round), ooi (big), and umai (delicious). This describes Amaou strawberries perfectly: they are consistently round, large, and sweet.