DEAN & DELUCA’s latest drink is bursting with ALL the flavours of the season
If the flavours on hand this autumn are just too much to take in, and you’re unsure on whether you should be pigging out on…
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Coming soon to konbini shelves near you – Suntory shares winter ‘Horoyoi’ lineup
To the completely unprepared, a trip to the alcoholic section of any Japanese convenience store or supermarket can quickly turn into an overwhelming game of…
This company ages your favourite liquor down on the seafloor in Shizuoka
According to legend, a long time ago some caskets of old wine were pulled up from a ship that had been wrecked on the seafloor…
New barista grade oat milk and cocoa oat milk available from organic store Bio C Bon
If you are a latte art enthusiast, then, like me, you’ve probably spent hours upon hours researching how to make a flawless free pour. My…
Nissin’s new Cup Noodle soda series recreates instant ramen as a soft drink
Nissin has been celebrating the 50th anniversary of their popular Cup Noodle in Japan, and the party has included new packaging that contains cute cats…
Japan releases drinkable canned curry with 10 spices
When perusing vending machines and convenience store aisles in Japan, it’s not uncommon to stumble upon a “drinkable” version of food you may not have…
Coca-Cola releases hard lemonade canned cocktails in Japan
Following the success of their popular Lemon-Do chuhai, Coca-Cola has announced the release of their second alcoholic beverage brand called “Nomel’s Hard Lemonade”, in Japan…
Orion tackles Japan’s food waste problem with new WATTA Keitts Mango Chūhai
Currently, Japanese food waste averages at around 25.5 million tons per year, with edible waste – that can and should be eaten in a sustainable…
Morinaga releases chilled drinkable version of fan favourite, Ramune Soda Candy
Last year, it appeared as a special guest on Macdonald’s McShake menu, and this year it’s being turned into it’s very own chilled beverage. In…
Coca-Cola Japan releases freeze-dried green tea and coffee cubes for instant brews
As rewarding as it can be to settle down inside a nice café or teahouse for a good brew, sometimes those on the go (or…
Japanese store Muji announces switch from PET bottles to aluminum cans
Japanese retailer Mujirushi Ryouhin, often shortened to Muji, sells a wide range of items that include stationery, furniture, and even food, with a theme of…
Goodglas Japan’s bubbly penguin glasses are the perfect drinkware to chill out with
Goodglas Japan has made their name with a series of 3D art bubbly glasses that allow you to transform your drinkware into adorable beverage buddies….
Yoyogi-Hachiman station installs 124m long advertisement, the longest in Japan
Odakyu Electric Railway has just installed a 124-meter advertising signboard along the length of the Odakyu Odawara Line’s Yoyogi-Hachiman station, making it the longest advertisement…
Starbucks Japan moves into spring with Banana Almond Milk Frappuccino
It almost seems like hardly a month goes by before Starbucks Japan releases another one of its seasonal special flavored Frappuccinos, with their fluffy sakura…
Hokkaido’s popular “White Lover” cookies turned into sweet drinks and ice cream sandwiches
With it’s multiple Pokémon collaborations and golden Kit Kat creations, Tokyo Banana is the go-to souvenir sweets to bring home, but when one travels the…