Japanese netizens are puzzled by Vietnamese convenience stores using increasingly minor characters from Doraemon for their popular steamed buns.
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Our reporter with the larger-than-life character gives us his verdict on the equally giant sweet.
As is our longstanding tradition, we took a 10,000 yen bill to another Japanese fast food joint to see what kind of culinary monstrosity we could make.
When two loyal readers from Hawaii said they’d be in Tokyo for a few days, Mr. Sato sprang into action.
The unusual burger is one of a number of restaurant meals usually not available to the public that can be purchased at a very special food event for a limited time.
Remember the irresistibly jiggly-looking water cake we reported on two years ago? Well, someone just got creative and made a totally adorable version of it!
This impressive restaurant ticks all the right boxes in terms of quality, atmosphere, service and price.
After months of pining for the Korea-only limited edition release, Starbucks customers in Japan finally get to enjoy the delicious puddings too.
This Culture Day, our reporter Yuichiro Wasai went straight to Fuchu Prison. He did not pass Go. He did not collect 200 dollars.
Pikachu is ready to help you ring in the new year with 24 auspicious dishes served inside a giant Poké Ball!
Mickey and Minnie have been turned into sweet Japanese confections this winter, and one thing’s for sure: they’re way too adorable!
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