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Our team gathers their favorite anpan and tasks Go Hatori with being the Anpan Judge to determine the best of them all.
Luxury grocer is still going strong in Japan as it gets set to serve sakura shiruko and yuzu ginger apple drinks this winter.
Taste-testing the mixes of ice cream, mochi, and one other all-star Japanese dessert ingredient.
But don’t worry, these Kaeruyaki are a sweet treat that’s less intimidating than they sound.
A taste of home for a Japanese expat turns into a delicious regional treat in one part of Japan.
You’ll be tempted to try it because it’s a hard-to-get flavor, but tasting this delectable treat comes with a price.
Hidden under the tracks near Akihabara is one of our new favorite places to grab sweets on the street.
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