We find out if the limited-edition Sanrio frappe and smoothie taste as sweet as they look.
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Exciting new juice with over-the-top design features can only be found in six prefectures.
Tiny Frappuccino is designed for young girls, so we find out if it’s too sweet for adults.
New mini-size Frappuccino caters to girls and the traditional doll’s festival that honours them.
Hanami season arrives early with this limited-edition collection of mugs, tumblers, gifts, and Stanley cups.
This year, KitKat is bringing everyday goods like pouches, tumblers, and towels to make the holiday feel much more adorable.
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