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TokyoTreat December 2021 Reviewer Contest Winners Announced!
Thank you to everyone who has submitted a review! Hey everyone! We hope you had a wonderful year-end holiday! We’re more than excited to announce the December 2021 Reviewer Contest Winners. Let’s check the list below: Megan L Kayla S Martina R Nancy R Edward G Congratulations to all of the winners 🎉! Our team...
What is Yuzu? Getting to Know a Tasty Japanese Fruit
You may have seen or heard of a fruit in some of your favorite Japanese dishes, called yuzu. But what is yuzu? Cultivated in Japan, this tiny, yellow, wrinkled ball of citrus fruit is ¾ the size of a golf ball and has a unique flavor that is easily recognizable.
Melty Kiss Chocolate: A Must-Eat Winter Treat in Japan
When the iconic boxes of Melty Kiss appear on the shelves of convenience stores and supermarkets, people start to realize that the winter season has come. For some Japanese people, it has become a ritual to eat Melty Kiss chocolates in winter.
Harness the Power of a Japanese Energy Drink!
Japan loves a good party, so everyone needs a bit of extra energy from time to time. If you do too, make like a Japanese salaryman and have a Japanese energy drink from a convenience store for breakfast.
Japanese Convenience Store Food: An Easy and Delicious World
If you’ve ever visited or lived in Japan, you know that convenience stores (konbini) play an essential role in the daily life of Japanese people. We all know their names – 7-Eleven, Lawson, Family Mart, Ministop, and more.
Calpis Soda and Other Interesting Calpis Goodies
Calpis soda (カルピス) is a sweet and tangy milk-based concentrate, loved by all age groups from children through to grandparents. This milk and lactic acid drink has expanded across the world and is available in countries from America to Europe, where it’s called Calpico.
Winter in Japan: How to Have a Brrrrrilliant Time!
Winter can be one of the best times to visit Japan. That being said, to get the most out of a Japanese winter will take a little preparation – so start reading up on all the exciting things winter in Japan offers. Let’s take a look at some of the best.
TokyoTreat November 2021 Reviewer Contest Winners Announced!
Thank you to everyone who has submitted a review! Hey everyone! How’s your November went? We hope it went well! To welcome the last month of the year, we’re so excited to announce the November 2021 Reviewer Contest Winners, let’s check the list below: Natasha P Trey C Lauren S Jewel T Brittnee S Congratulations...
Japanese Pringles: A Secret World of Flavor
We’ve talked about Japanese Kit-Kats, we’ve talked about Hi-chew, and we’ve done Pocky. We’ve talked a lot about the different sweet Japanese snacks that have captivated the world, but now, maybe you’re looking for something savory. How about Japanese Pringles?
Japanese Christmas Food: Japan’s Take on Christmas Meals
Unlike the West, in Japan, Christmas is not a religious event. Rather, just like Halloween and Valentines Day, Christmas season is simply party time. So then, what kind of Japanese Christmas food do people have to get their winter holiday parties started? Let’s find out!
An All-New TokyoTreat: Message from Founder Ayumi Chikamoto
Hi! I’m Ayumi, founder of TokyoTreat! Come and find out more about our history and why we leveled-up TokyoTreat!
TokyoTreat Member Spotlight #3
Come and hang out with a member of the TokyoTreat fam who loves Japanese snacks too!