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Does it taste like a coffee ice cream or a sweet baked dessert? Join us for the delicious taste test after the break!
Starbucks Japan has been tantalising our tastebuds with an amazing array of Frappuccino drinks that include sakura, chocolate brownie matcha and even cantaloupe melo...

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People need to be aware of heatstroke more than usual during summer. This year, many soft drink brands have newly introduced products focusing on heatstroke prevention.
The Japan Soft Drink Association sets its own standards for such products, designating the concentration of sod...

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Join us as we taste the unique limited-edition treat, with lots of sweet details and mouthwatering photos.
Last year, we were salivating over the announcement of an unusual watermelon dango sweet, but by the time we got around to placing an order, the frozen dessert was so popular i...

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Cold chicken is perfect for a light, savory meal or snack in summer when the heat makes you lose your appetite. It is easy to both make and eat.
Cooking expert Hiromi Maki whipped up two dishes with cold chicken, which is steamed or boiled and then chilled in ...

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As 18 and 19 year olds are now allowed to vote in Japan for the first time this year, a surprising campaign is being advertised to encourage them to take to the polls.
Following the revision of an election law earlier this month, Japan’s minimum voting age was officially dropped fro...

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The new summer offerings from Krispy Kreme Japan are not only mouth-watering, but also eye-popping as well!
Yes, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts have always delighted us with beautiful, tasty-looking seasonal offerings, and this summer is no exception.
This year, their summer doughnuts are l...

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On a busy morning, it can be challenging to prepare several dishes to pack in a bento lunch to eat later in the day. The fish grill of a Japanese kitchen stove can be a powerful tool for solving this issue.
Many recent stove models have grills that can heat fo...

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The Mad Hatter and all his loveable friends are invited!
Popular Japanese confectionery retailer Ginza Cozy Corner is always surprising us with their array of stunning mini cakes, designed for everything from Easter to Father’s Day. They do a good job of supporting popular Disney mo...

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Designed to resemble traditional uchiwa fans, these exquisite lollipops are amongst the prettiest sweets in Tokyo.
If there’s one impressive up-and-coming artisan to keep your eye on in Tokyo, it has to be 26-year-old Shinri Tezuka. Since opening his first store, Asakusa Amezaiku Am...

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No, not Oreo cheesecakes, but cheesecake Oreos!
It’s pretty easy to find cheesecake recipes that make use of Oreo cookies, either as a topping, filling, or crust. Yamazaki Nabisco, though, has something different coming out in Japan next week, though: cheesecake Oreos.
Unlike the st...

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