nerikiri
When a master of nerikiri turns his attention to the phenomenal anime hit, desert magic happens.
Turns out you don’t have to look very far to collect all seven dragon balls – just go to your local Family Mart.
Signs of the seasons, from rainbows to cherry blossoms, have never looked as good, or tasty, as these breathtaking nerikiri desserts.
From Pop Team Epic to Cowboy Bebop, this professional confectioner’s anime and video game dojin works are edible!








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