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Oyatsu Company releases a new snack capturing the essence of Kitakata Ramen, one of Japan's beloved regional ramen varieties, in wide noodle form with crispy texture and savory char siu flavor.
Starting January 6, 2026, five popular izakaya chains operated by Marche Corporation will offer a special Baby Star Ramen Potato menu, combining the beloved Japanese snack with classic fried potatoes.
Akagi Nyugyo releases the first product celebrating 20 years of the Garigari-kun Rich series - a triple white chocolate treat combining white chocolate ice, white chocolate shaved ice, and white chocolate chips
Seven-Eleven Japan is releasing the Morinaga Hi-Chew Seven Color 3-Color Mix on January 13. This limited edition features mango, kiwi, and strawberry flavors in one piece, selected by Seven-Eleven staff as the second collaboration flavor for Hi-Chew's 50th anniversary.
UHA Mikakuto brings back the popular thick-cut sweet potato snack coated with premium Belgian chocolate, available exclusively at Hankyu Umeda Honten from January 14, 2026.
JALUX's original sweets brand TOKACHIKARA is undergoing a major renewal with new packaging featuring adorable animal characters and an upgraded corn sandwich with 27% more Tokachi corn kernels.
Morinaga & Co., Ltd. announces the return of Choco Ball Kin No Kinako Mochi, featuring fragrant kinako chocolate made with 100% Hokkaido soybeans coating chewy mochi-textured gummy. The beloved flavor returns with enhanced quality for a limited time starting February 3, 2026.
LOTTE launches Rakkus, a special collaboration chocolate combining their top two liquor chocolate brands Rummy and Bacchus, celebrating Rummy's 60th anniversary. Available nationwide from January 13, 2026.
Morinaga & Co., Ltd. launches a collaboration with pudding specialist Pastel, releasing three limited-edition products featuring the iconic Nameraka Pudding flavor, available from January 13, 2026.
Namakuri, the viral sweets-in-a-can brand, launches a new chocolate-banana flavor featuring rich chocolate cream, banana sauce, and crunchy toppings.
Hattendo releases a limited-edition cream bread featuring their first-ever white dough, filled with milk cream and Fukuoka Amaou strawberry jam, exclusively at FamilyMart stores nationwide starting January 6, 2026.
Nakamuraya has renewed its popular teriyaki chicken manju with a richer, deeper flavor thanks to the addition of brown sugar. The 6-piece assortment, featuring both pork and teriyaki chicken buns, is now available at supermarkets in the Kanto region for a limited time through February 28, 2026.
Calbee introduces a new soybean snack featuring a mix of two types of soybeans, offering an easy way to consume protein and dietary fiber. Available at convenience stores nationwide from January 12, 2026.
Tirol Choco Co., Ltd. launches a special Hatsune Miku collaboration product featuring exclusive illustrations by artist Yumenouchi. The limited-edition "Tirol Choco Mikkumiku Milk Mint" will be available at FamilyMart stores across Japan starting January 26, 2026.
Koikeya releases seasonal potato chips featuring Japanese plum with fragrant Isewan seaweed topping, available for order until January 13th.
Nissin Cisco introduces a limited-edition Coconut Sable featuring apple pie flavor with fermented butter, apple essence, and cinnamon accents. Available nationwide from January 12, 2026.
Rellionte Co., Ltd.'s craft chip brand "Yamato Karari," launched in spring 2025, has surpassed 20,000 boxes in cumulative sales. The snacks use Nara-grown produce and are now available at 25 stores across the prefecture.
Kinokuniya's official online store presents a curated collection of gift items perfect for the holiday season, including premium chocolates, waffle cookies, and rich chocolate cakes ideal for New Year greetings and gatherings.
Hello! I'm Rena from the Holiday Travel editorial team! I recently went to Daiso and picked up some items I use regularly, so I'd like to share them with you!
Popular Hakata mini croissant shop MIGNON launches limited edition banana-flavored croissants featuring the Minions characters, available at all locations nationwide starting November 1, 2025.
A new limited-edition flavor of Kataage Potato Chips, developed with fan community input, will be released nationwide from November 10, 2025, featuring the rich umami of oyster and the depth of butter.
A special limited package of the popular Double Cream Sandwich featuring original artwork by renowned picture book illustrator Hiroshi Abe, creator of "Arashi no Yoru ni" (One Stormy Night). The new wild grape flavor uses carefully selected grapes from Yoichi, Hokkaido.
Kanro's popular candy shop Hitotsubu Kanro is releasing Christmas-themed limited products, including a new advent calendar filled with 8 popular items like Gummitzel and mofuwa, available from November 1st, 2025.
Hello! I'm Hina from the Holiday Travel editorial team! ✨ Today, I want to share my current obsession with you—Japanese Stick Gum! It's a fun snack with 8 different flavors that offers an intense burst of taste in the first 10 chews.
Popular Japanese confectionery brand Kanro announces a collaboration with Sanrio's beloved Hello Kitty character, introducing limited-edition Puregumi gummies and additional candy products starting October 28, 2025.
Discover two delicious varieties of Kansai-exclusive potato chips, both featuring the regional "dashi soy sauce" flavor but with completely different taste profiles!
Melodian Corporation launches the third edition of their popular My Melody collaboration featuring gluten-free rice flour cookies in an adorable collectible tin, perfect for those with dietary restrictions.
Discover Karl Usu-aji, a rare Western Japan exclusive snack that's perfect as a travel souvenir with its gentle dashi flavor and satisfying size.
Our team reviews the exclusive Kyushu regional potato chips featuring sweet soy sauce flavor with Kurosatsuma chicken. These unique thick-cut chips are available only in Kyushu and Okinawa.
Lotte will launch a special collaboration between Sanrio's beloved character Kuromi and the popular chocolate snack Koala's March, available exclusively online with original clear file bonus.
A special pop-up shop featuring Morinaga's Dars chocolate brand mascot PANDARS will open at Tokyo Station from September 12 to October 14, 2025, offering exclusive sweets and merchandise.
A special collaboration between Eikodo AM and Yamazaki Biscuits brings the legendary taste of Kokugikan yakitori to Chipstar potato chips, available starting September 14th at Ryogoku Kokugikan.
Popular San-X characters including Rilakkuma, Sumikko Gurashi, and Tarepanda are featured on limited edition Morinaga Biscuit packaging, complete with DIY craft activities and special campaign prizes.
New limited-edition Coconut Sable Mini features strawberry tea latte flavor, combining Earl Grey aroma with sweet-tangy strawberry in chocolate coating.
The popular Oreo Strawberry Cream flavor is now available in a convenient 24-piece family pack format, offering great value for families and sharing.
Lotte's new chestnut-flavored Nama Choco Pie will be available nationwide on September 1, 2025, featuring autumn flavors in an easy-to-eat chilled dessert format.