Designer’s clever and charming glasses reveal what you’re drinking
Many of the works of talented Japanese graphic designer Ippei Tsujio (@keltoto) focus on creative logos and signage, and he’s used his expertise in that…
Beverages
Japan welcomes the fall with drinkable roasted sweet potatoes
It’s not uncommon to stumble upon a vending machine or convenience store aisle offering a “drinkable” version of an otherwise not-usually so drinkable treat, such…
New Japanese vending machine displays only nutritional information and back label for drinks
There are very few contents a Japanese vending machine could be stocked with that would surprise anyone. Over the years, we’ve seen vending machines for…
Get a healthy caffeine fix at the new Saikyou Butter Coffee store in Kamiyacho
Renowned for its health benefits, butter coffee has become a sort of hit amongst coffee drinkers and health guru’s over the most recent years. In…
Chupa Chups releases “liquid lollipop” beverages in Japan
Longstanding and popular lollipop brand Chupa Chups are a mainstay in Japanese game centers and arcades, and now they are going to be lining the…
Tokyo bar releases refreshing retro sake cream soda floats this summer
Old fashioned cream soda floats are a menu staple of Japan’s Showa era coffee shops, and to this day are still enjoyed at such shops…
New Japanese beverage Calpis bottles reveal gorgeous pairs of anime illustrations when you finish drinking
Fans of Japanese soft drinks will be familiar with Calpis (or Calpico as it is called in some countries to avoid an unfortunate pronunciation mixup)….
3-D art bubbly Hello Kitty glasses will make your drinks and desserts kawaii
Artistic glass and cup designer Goodglas Japan has gained quite the fanbase lately due to their creative bubbly 3D-art glasses, which use handmade blown double…
Indulge yourself with these all new chocolate banana drinks from Lindt & Sprüngli
There is never a better time than any time to indulge yourself with a little bit of the Swiss magic melt-in-the-mouth chocolate known as Lindt…
Fight off the coronavirus with Amabie monster sake!
When COVID-19 first latched onto the world, nobody could have guessed how Japan would soon become overrun with the anti-plague yokai, Amabie. The fishlike, disease…
McDonald’s Japan gears up for summer with first ever Ramune McShake
McDonald’s Japan has introduced quite a few tasty takes on the classic McShake in the past, including purple sweet potato and Japan’s most popular pudding…
Non-Alcoholic UJICHA STYLES Matcha Beer Mixer Makes its Debut in Kyoto
“Everyone can enjoy the taste of Matcha beer with all new non-alcoholic UJICHA STYLES Matcha Beer Base.” The new alcohol free Uji Matcha Beer Base…
“Drinkable Soft Serve Vanilla Ice Cream” Released In Japan
Japanese sweets and dairy maker Morinaga Milk Industry has quite the creative hit list of snacks and beverages, including pancake steamed buns, mochi cheese slices,…
Coca-Cola Japan Releases First Ever Strawberry Coke
When Coca-Cola Japan isn’t decorating their bottles with beautiful cherry blossom labels, they seem to be introducing seasonal releases of “world firsts”, as they recently…
Starbucks Japan Rings In The New Year With Jiggly Mochi And Kinako Frappuccino
Coming off Santa Boots, strawberry short cake, and nutty chocolate Christmas-themed Frappuccinos releases, Starbucks Japan is now shifting its focus toward the country’s central holiday…