

Dagashi are brightly colored candy or treats that are only sold in local shops across Japan! We sent you a surprise dagashi— which one did you get?!

These corn snacks are bursting with the umami goodness of a popular Japanese flavor: mentaiko, spicy marinated cod roe!
Common Allergens: Wheat, Dairy, Soy, Gelatin
May Contain Traces Of: Shrimp, Egg
Suitable for Vegetarians: No

Crunchy, tangy, and with just enough bite. These wasabi flavored snacks will keep you coming back for more!
Common Allergens: Dairy, Wheat, Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Shrimp, Crab, Egg, Buckwheat, Peanut
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes

Shaped like mini ice cream cones, these have two layers of sweet cream filling inside a savory, crispy wafer. They come in strawberry or sakura flavor!
Common Allergens: Egg, Dairy, Wheat, Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Peanuts
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes

In the world of Japanese snacks, fizzy soda-flavored candy isn’t just fun– it’s fundamental! This bubble candy is filled with delicious grape flavor.
Common Allergens: N/A
May Contain Traces Of: N/A
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes

It’s time to have some fun with your food! Open the candy bag (carefully!), take a lick of the cola flavored lollipop, then dip it into the candy powder for a bubbly burst of flavor!
Common Allergens: N/A
May Contain Traces Of: N/A
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes

No festival would be complete without these cute lil fish-shaped treats! Crunchy wafer on the outside, airy strawberry cream on the inside. This little guy is great for snacking on the go!
Common Allergens: Dairy, Wheat, Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Egg, Peanut
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes

Bring the festival to your taste buds with smooth strawberry cream sandwiched between lightly sweetened biscuits! The flavor reminds us of strawberry cream filled crepes!
Common Allergens: Dairy, Wheat
May Contain Traces Of: N/A
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes

These mouth-puckeringly sour candies burst with ume plum flavor! Pop one in your mouth to get a taste of one of Japan’s most unique flavors!
Common Allergens: Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Wheat, Dairy, Egg, Shrimp
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes

These sharable candies come in a cute retro-inspired can and melt in your mouth with their juicy peach flavor!
Common Allergens: Peach
May Contain Traces Of: N/A
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes

This one goes out to all the mochi lovers out there! Cute, bite-sized, and filled with cherry flavor. Use the toothpick to get these mini rice cakes out of their adorable package!
Common Allergens: N/A
May Contain Traces Of: Soy
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes

These chewy candies may be paper thin, but they’re packed with cola flavor and sweet ‘n’ sour nostalgia!
Common Allergens: Wheat
May Contain Traces Of: N/A
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes

Believe it or not, these strawberry choco balls are actually a fortune telling slip! Tap here for our full explanation, then pop out each of the 18 choco balls to see what your future holds!
Common Allergens: Dairy
May Contain Traces Of: Soy
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes

Get ready to say “I do” to flavor, cause your taste buds deserve the best! While Japanese sodas come in tons of unique and seasonal flavors, the most popular flavor is still the original: cola!
Common Allergens: N/A
May Contain Traces Of: Dairy
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes

This colorful gum comes in four flavors: green apple, purple grape, blue yogurt, and pink peach! Get the most out of your flavor journey by combining them. Sometimes the best flavors are the ones you create yourself!
Common Allergens: Peach
May Contain Traces Of: N/A
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes
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