We find happiness in a small Japanese confection that would require real effort to break the bank.
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The company has arrived at the best possible balance of chocolate and wafer in the beloved treat in a new version that’s hitting shelves soon.
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If you’ve ever wondered what flavor gum the two-time Olympic gold medalist favors, you now have the answer!
These Darth Vader and Stormtrooper snack dispensers just might be tempting enough to sway you to the dark side!
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We’ve already seen sake-flavored Kit Kats; now we have sake-flavored karinto crackers, made with sake cake from the highly coveted Dassai!
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