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A bottle of ramune soda on a straw mat.

Ramune Snacks: Most Unusual Ones to Try!

Karina IkedoKarina Ikedo
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Posted on July 31, 2024

Are you ready to dive into the fizzy, fun world of ramune snacks? It isn’t just any ordinary Japanese soda; it’s an iconic drink part of history, culture, and summer fun! This drink has become a staple in Japanese soda for over a century. Thanks to its popularity, you can now taste this popular Japanese drink as a snack. 

Many companies in Japan make ramune snacks, and each puts its unique spin on the taste and packaging. From mochi (Japanese rice cake) to chocolate and even caramel corn, there is a snack for every taste! Keep reading to discover unique and unusual snacks flavored with this delicious fizzy soda. 

What is ramune?

It is a fizzy and tasty drink that’s very popular in Japan, especially during summer festivals. Some call it a soda, and others may consider it a lemonade, but it’s more of a combination. It’s also a bubbly soda that tastes like lemonade! Japan never disappoints when it comes to flavors; there are now over 30 flavors to choose from. You can enjoy citrus flavors like orange and lemon and exotic ones like dragon fruit and lychee.

A bottle of ramune soda against a blue background.
The original ramune soda tastes like lemonade. Image via Shutterstock

But what makes this drink unique is its bottle. The drink can’t be called ramune soda if you put it in a regular bottle. Moreover, its bottle has a unique shape with the neck squeezed in. Inside is a marble that seals the bottle. When you open it, the marble pops down and makes bubbles, which makes it extra fun to drink! 

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What are the most popular ramune snacks?

Hard Candy

Have you ever wanted your carbonated drink in candy form? Well, Japan has already done that with the popular hard candy. Imagine carbonated fizzy essence in a candy tablet; that’s exactly what this iconic candy tastes like. It’s not too sweet or too sour; it’s just right. It is usually shaped like a marble or a round tablet, inspired by the marble inside the bottle.

An open jar of ramune candy.
Ramune candy has a fun and chalky texture! Image via Shutterstock

The chalky texture allows it to melt quickly in the mouth and tastes like marble soda. Just like the drink, ramune candy comes in different flavors and fizzes in your mouth! The choices are endless: pineapple, orange, peach, grape, apple, blue Hawaii, and even rose!

You can find it in many Japanese convenience stores and even Asian grocery stores worldwide. Many hard candies from Japanese manufacturers like Morinaga and Kasugai are also available.

Soft Candy

You can enjoy the refreshing taste of this fizzy soda while munching on a chewy candy. Each candy generally has a soft, juicy exterior with bits of fizzy candy inside. These soft candies also have a slightly sour, unique flavor and don’t taste overly sweet. There’s no trick to enjoying these chewy candies; you don’t have to worry about a marble breaking your teeth. Just unwrap and let the ramune soda flavor flow!

Gummy

Have you ever had a chewy and fizzy candy before? Here’s your chance to try the delicious ramune gummy candy. The gummies are pale aqua like the bottle and have a unique hard texture for a gummy candy. 

Blue gummy candy.
Gummies are another fun way to enjoy ramune. Image via Shutterstock

A thin, crispy coating surrounds a sparkling soda-flavored chewy center. Instead of a soft drink, this chewy candy treat is filled with tangy, juicy gummies and tiny fizzy tablets. It’s almost like eating three candies in one! 

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What are some unusual ramune snacks?

Dorayaki

Dorayaki is a traditional Japanese pastry made with two fluffy Japanese pancakes filled with anko (red bean paste). Discover a surprising version with a light blue filling flavored with ramune. It also gives this soft and pillowy treat the perfect sweet soda taste

This unexpected fusion is an absolute delight! A whipped cream dollop is the cherry on this unique treat’s cake. This dorayaki has a slightly sour lemon-lime taste with the perfect touch of a bubbly soft drink. 

Mochi

A blue ramune mochi.
You can even enjoy ramune in mochi form! Image via Shutterstock

Have fun trying out this modern version filled with a paste that tastes like a refreshing fizzy drink. It’s an unusual mochi with marshmallow and lemon-lime paste wrapped in a rice cake. You can enjoy the chewy texture and refreshing flavor at the same time. It’s perfect for summer since it tastes even better when chilled.

Chocolate

A bowl of blue chocolate.
Ramune chocolate is a more recent invention. Image via Shutterstock

These soda-flavored chocolates are a unique snack combining chocolate and ramune. You can enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of ramune and the sweetness of milk chocolate. Additionally, the refreshing flavor of the cider-flavored soda and the taste of the chocolate make the perfect match! The first bite of this chocolate has a straightforward but good bubble gum flavor. The finishing flavor is like the fizzy sour candy you had as a kid. 

Why should I try rare ramune snacks?

You should try these snacks because they taste like a refreshingly sweet, nostalgia-tinged soft drink. It’s a unique snack flavor you’ll love! These fun candies are perfect for sharing with friends or as an afternoon snack. Have you tried unusual ramune snacks? Do you have a favorite one? Let us know in the comments below!

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