With queues out the door for the new limited-edition Tokyo Banana Kit Kat, we grab a pack to see if it’s really worth all the hype.
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Mr. Donut looked at a donut and said, “You know what would make that better? If we stuck some ham in it.”
Now you can drink strawberry shortcake from a can — and even shake it to the consistency of your choice!
Forget the milk and leave Santa a bottle of this snow-white Pepsi to wash down his cookies with instead.
Sake and sushi Kit Kats among those joining the family.
Professor Poop wants to impart you with kanji knowledge during his temporary stay in your digestive system.
One of Japan’s comfort foods will be available as a hot dessert drink straight from a vending machine!
Japan’s favorite chocolate pretzel snack is set to add some sweet sophistication to your next occasion to crack open a bottle of red.
The best way to protect your tempting treasure is by making it look like something no one would want to eat.
What better Halloween treat for cat lovers than a soft, cat-shaped marshmallow filled with chocolate?
After the incredible success of the green tea Frappuccino, Meg tries out the new tea flavor exclusive to Japan.
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