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English · 2023/09/13
Tenkei Seika Confectionery, a leading company in the semi-sweet confectionery industry (located in Toyooka Village, Nagano Prefecture, led by President Yoshinobu Katagiri), held a centenary celebration ceremony on July 15th at "Es Bird" in Iida City's Zako-ji Temple. Approximately 180 guests, including dignitaries and employees, attended the event. The southern Shinshu area, centered around Iida City, has a tradition of tea ceremonies dating back to the Edo period. During the Meiji and Taisho...
English · 2023/08/31
On September 11th, Senjaku Ame Honpo will release 'Kuromitsu Kinako Milk Candy,' a gently coated Kyoto-style roasted soybean flour confection with rich and aromatic flavor. This product has been renewed with a more pronounced roasted soybean flour taste. The center contains a black honey-flavored powder. It uses 30% Hokkaido-produced milk, Wasanbon sugar, and Kyoto-style roasted soybean flour. The candy weighs 70g and is priced at 220 yen. On September 11th, a classic Taiwanese and Chinese...
English · 2023/08/30
On August 8th, Fujiya will release the novel "Soda Milky Bag," a product of unexplored "soda flavor." An unexpected combination of refreshing soda flavor and the gentle taste of Milky's milk, creating a blue Milky that captures the coolness of soda. Adopting an adorable package design with a mysterious world view featuring the appearance of the "Soda Alien," reminiscent of Peko-chan but not quite! On the back of the package, you'll find amusingly illustrated theories about the birth of the Soda...
English · 2023/08/29
Yuraku Confectionery released the Halloween limited edition "Black Thunder Mini Bar Halloween" (158g, 324 yen including tax) on August 21st. The individually wrapped packaging features Halloween-themed illustrations and includes a total of six different games. This year, there are also games on the outer bag, making it a design that can be enjoyed by both adults and children. The family pack, filled with mini bar-sized treats, is individually packaged, making it suitable for Halloween treats...
English · 2023/08/25
Introducing authentic and slightly indulgent rice confectioneries supervised by Mr. Kasahara from the popular restaurant "Sanpi Ryouron." The three collaborated products (pictured) are seasoned to match the texture of the dough made from 100% Japanese rice, embodying the company's spirit of "Rice, Technique, and Heart." The two varieties, 'Sansho Sen' and 'Dashi Sen,' are soft rice crackers with a pleasing combination of a moderate outer crunch and a tender inner texture. Each package contains...
English · 2023/08/24
As a limited-time variation of the chocolate biscuit "Crispy Panda," Kabaya will release the "Crispy Panda Sweet Potato Brulee" (pictured) on August 15th. The combination features layers of sweet potato chocolate (1st layer), bittersweet caramel chocolate (2nd layer), and crispy, fragrant biscuits. This blend captures the perfect flavors for autumn. By skillfully harmonizing the sweet potato chocolate and the pleasantly bitter caramel chocolate, they have successfully recreated the taste of a...
English · 2023/08/23
From the lactobacillus cream sandwich biscuit line "BISCO," Glico is releasing new flavors on August 8th: "Maple" (left in the photo) and a significantly revamped "Strawberry" (right in the photo). For the cream filling of the "Maple" flavor, they use maple sugar made by simmering maple syrup solely from Quebec, Canada. To enhance the maple flavor, a hint of caramel powder is included in the cream. The strawberries used in the "Strawberry" flavor are meticulously selected for their variety,...
English · 2023/08/23
Breaking free from the norms of conventional snacks, the collaboration between the snack company and Yamayoshi Seika has come to fruition. The unique collaboration between "Baby Star" and Yamayoshi Seika introduces a fascinating joint project. Starting from August 8th, "Baby Star Potato Chips (Chicken Flavored)" and "Baby Star Decai Ramen (Wasabi Beef Flavor)" have been available for early purchase at FamilyMart, followed by general release from August 22nd. Yamayoshi Seika's "Baby Star Potato...
English · 2023/08/21
Lotte will release the 'Xylitol Gum ENJOY CUBE Assort Bottle' (122g, open price, hereinafter referred to as 'the product') featuring limited edition Disney 100th-anniversary art design, in a seasonal release starting from September 5th. For this second edition as well, the designs feature beloved characters from around the world on all eight varieties of bottles. The flavors come in three types: Soda, Grape Soda, and Lemon Soda. This assortment-type cube gum is known for its soft texture. On...
English · 2023/08/09
The world is vast, and amidst the currents of societal trends, Ishiguro Co., Ltd. stands out with its strong individuality. The company, now led by its second-generation president, Masayuki Ishiguro, boasts a remarkably unique character. Based in Kanuma City, Tochigi Prefecture, the company was founded in 1962 and specializes in crafting premium rice crackers made from 100% domestically grown rice. The company's flagship product, "Iou-Yaki," derives its name from the nearby designated cultural...