Kit Kats are probably the one brand of chocolate most synonymous with Japan. To most of us, the connection may seem like a mystery, but in Japan, there’s a good reason to love Kit Kats. You see, Kit Kat sounds a lot like the Japanese words “Kitto”, which means “absolutely”, and “Katsu”, which means to...

Top 3 Summer Exclusive Japanese KitKats!  Kit Kats are probably the most popular chocolates in Japan, and have become a snacking symbol for locals and tourists alike. In Japanese, “kitto katsu” is a play on words that essentially means “You’re bound to win!”, and because of this, Kit Kats have become a popular token of...

Milk pudding sakura Frappuccino and latte released by Starbucks Japan in February March has finally come, and here in Japan, we can already feel the breeze of Spring! Sakura have started to bloom beautifully in several regions, and it’s time for people to have hanami picnics with their loved ones.  Typical to Japan – there...

So, it is finally upon us, the spring season. Some may call it the season of love  and others just enjoy that the weather is becoming gradually warmer. But you know what else a new season means? New snacks! In Japan, certain snacks or okashi become ripe for the taste buds once that season arrives....

Source When it comes to souvenir shopping in Japan, one of the best places to visit is a local supermarket! The supermarket may seem boring, but there’s a ton of really unique sweets and snacks that you wouldn’t be able to find in your home country!  That said – when you set out on your...

Are you ready for trick-or-treating? ‘Cause we sure are! In Japan, cafes and restaurants have been preparing to celebrate this spooky season by decorating their interiors or adding seasonal menus themed for Halloween. This means you can only find these treats for a short time, so be on the lookout! Here are some treats for...