source Here in Tokyo, the winter weather is out in full force – and baby, it’s cold outside! At TokyoTreat, we’re always thinking of ways we can warm up – and fill our bellies!  In Japan, one of the most common – and delicious – wintertime treats is oden (おでん), which is just one of...

Do You Know These 5 Iconic Regional Dishes from Japan? Does your country have different traditional food in different regions? In Japan, we have many different traditional and specialty foods all across the country. That’s why it is always a good idea to go a culinary tour while you are in Japan (and be prepared...

When it comes to Japanese traditional desserts, Mochi is always the answer. This traditional dessert is also known as “rice cake” that has been enjoyed in Japan for centuries. Have you ever tried this snack before? This super chewy snack is made from an ingredient known as Mochigome which is short-grain glutinous rice. When rice...

Source Japan has no limit in the cuteness it has to offer. The cuteness comes in all shapes and sizes, and this time it’s cat-shaped bread. You may have seen cat-shaped cookies, but how about cat-shaped bread? If you're around Tokyo, there's a specialty bread store that is newly opened and ready to serve you...

Image Source October is coming, and it means the autumn season is approaching as well. As usual, Japan has no creative limit when making new snacks and beverages. Unique, specially flavored treats are being released multiple times each year. These limited-edition treats are sold season by season. For example, sakura-themed sweets are sold in April...

When most people think of fast food, they picture burgers and fried chicken from McDonalds or KFC from a drive through window.  For many Japanese however, fast food comes in the more traditional form of gyudon in a sit-down restaurant. When in Japan, do as the Japanese do. Many Japanese will often opt to grab...