Our team gathers their favorite anpan and tasks Go Hatori with being the Anpan Judge to determine the best of them all.
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Luxury grocer is still going strong in Japan as it gets set to serve sakura shiruko and yuzu ginger apple drinks this winter.
Taste-testing the mixes of ice cream, mochi, and one other all-star Japanese dessert ingredient.
But don’t worry, these Kaeruyaki are a sweet treat that’s less intimidating than they sound.
A taste of home for a Japanese expat turns into a delicious regional treat in one part of Japan.
You’ll be tempted to try it because it’s a hard-to-get flavor, but tasting this delectable treat comes with a price.
Hidden under the tracks near Akihabara is one of our new favorite places to grab sweets on the street.
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