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I’ve always been intrigued by the interesting names Japanese drinks and candies are dubbed. Some products are named with old-school Japanese lingo, and have a traditional flair which is appealing on a high-class level. Who can turn their nose up at matcha ame (green tea candy)? On the other hand many people would not only [...]

Meiji, a giant in the modern Japanese goodie biz, has produced many fantastic offerings over the years, ranging from the “It’s good but not great” to the “OMG! This is fantastic!!” For the most part. I’m a Meiji fan, and am willing to give anything these guys make a go.

This latest Meiji product comes [...]

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Leave it to Kasugai, those purveyors of culinary delights, such as kiwi gummies and wasabi peas, to create a whole new taste experience: Pizza Beans.

Pizza Beans seem like a bad idea. A dichotomy exists between beans (healthy and nutritious) and pizza (delicious and lard-inducing) which seems too insurmountable to overcome. Kasugai already has snacks similar to this, though. Wasabi peas, fried broad beans, and coated peanuts are among Kasugais savory offerings. All three have a tasty, crisp coating which is flavored or plain. Never before, however, was pizza used as a flavor in the coating. Not only has Kasugai created a new taste sensation, they’ve attempted to merge two opposites together! How has Kasugai done this? What diabolical deliciousness (or not) awaits me in this bag? Let’s get this Pizza Bean party underway!... Continue Reading...

Halloween and Christmas this year were one and the same as David made my Pocky dreams come true by buying me a Halloween Pocky variety pack with Pumpkin Pocky!!... Continue Reading...

"I’m scared" was all I could think of before eating this snack. I don’t know what possessed me to buy this but I think it had something to do with "adventure" and "thinking outside the box", ectera. I was looking for something out of the "norm" which is usually a snack type treat or straight up candy. And lookee, lookee, I found these guys staring at me from the shelf at Asia Market in Creve Coeur, Missouri. I really had to think about this purchase since I know I coulda bought an awesome sembei mix for the same amount of cash but curiosity and sheer perversion won out and the lil’ buggers came home with me.... Continue Reading...