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The popular San-X character Nyan Nyan Nyanko, known for imitating various sweets, is now available as a preserved flower BOX that looks like cake but is actually flowers, bringing a unique charm to any space.
Shochiku Co., Ltd. has launched the second collaboration with Katanukiya, featuring the "Kabuki Panda Baum Renjishi." Available from November 6, 2025, at Shochiku Kabukiya Honpo stores and Katanukiya Ginza Main Store.
A new sweets brand "Oni no Oyatsu" has launched its EC site on November 1, 2025, offering hand-held cheesecake sandwiches for those moments when you need a sweet break from daily frustrations.
Hello! I'm Hina from the Holiday Travel editorial team! ✨ This is the 5th installment of our regional snack introduction series. Following up on my recent Okinawa travel article, I'll be introducing "Angel's Wings," an Okinawa souvenir with a very impressive retro package!
Yokohama Vanilla, a popular gift sweets brand, will host its first long-term pop-up store at GranSta Tokyo from November 17 to December 14, 2025. The store will feature their signature Shio-Vanilla Financier along with special Tokyo Station stickers.
A special limited package of the popular Double Cream Sandwich featuring original artwork by renowned picture book illustrator Hiroshi Abe, creator of "Arashi no Yoru ni" (One Stormy Night). The new wild grape flavor uses carefully selected grapes from Yoichi, Hokkaido.
Chiikawa Mogumogu Honpo Kyoto Fushimi Store celebrates its 2nd anniversary on November 14, 2025, featuring new products and exclusive anniversary novelties for shoppers.
The popular Pokémon Tokyo Banana sweets series is coming to Ikebukuro Station for a limited time from November 1 to December 4, 2025. The pop-up shop will feature the beloved Pikachu Tokyo Banana treats and adorable cookie tins decorated with Pikachu and Eevee.
Ariake introduces the first-ever Christmas-themed Pokémon dessert package featuring Pikachu and friends, available at stores and online from November 1 to December 25, 2025.
A special collaboration brings together the manga Akatsuki no Yona and Kumamoto's Joraku Brewery, creating a unique strawberry liqueur infused with music from the anime soundtrack during production.
A new specialty tuile sandwich shop KARON will open for a limited time at Kansai International Airport starting October 1, 2025. Featuring unique "crispy, crumbly, fluffy" textures, the shop offers Amaou strawberry and Uji matcha flavored chocolate tuile sandwiches.
Traditional Kyoto confectionery shop Shichijo Kansyundo introduces Pokémon Kyogashi, a collection of traditional Japanese sweets featuring popular Pokémon characters, available in stores from October 25th and online from October 20th.
Kayanoya opens a new flagship store in Ginza on November 21, 2025. The store, designed by renowned architect Kengo Kuma, offers exclusive dashi products and premium gifts that showcase Japanese food culture.
Kashimaya, a renowned specialty food shop in Niigata, releases exclusive collaboration products featuring new original artwork by manga artist Rumiko Takahashi, creator of Urusei Yatsura. The collection includes gift sets with premium salmon tea-infused rice topping and soy-marinated salmon roe, along with special packaging and eco bags.
Bon Okawa Karuizawa Chocolate Factory introduces their newest product "Cacao Charm," featuring tiny animal-shaped chocolates with 9 different flavors, celebrating the four seasons and forest animals of Karuizawa.
Starting October 7, 2025, a special Railway Day campaign launches at NewDays and JR Tokai Retailing Plus stores. Purchase a 600ml Oi Ocha green tea bottle to receive one of six exclusive OJICO-designed train-themed bottle covers, including limited designs of the retired Tokaido Line 311 Series and Cassiopeia.
Discover two delicious varieties of Kansai-exclusive potato chips, both featuring the regional "dashi soy sauce" flavor but with completely different taste profiles!
The charming gyaru tanuki character "Ponchame" from Tokyo Banana's animal series is making a comeback this autumn with its caramel banana flavor, available both in stores and online nationwide.
Tomari Sogo Shokuhin releases special rakkyo products featuring My Melody and Kuromi, celebrating their anniversaries with Kuromi's favorite food.
Yamadaya, the renowned momiji manju maker, has launched Sanrio character ballpoint pens as the third collaboration item. Available at Yamadaya stores and Cafe Yui no An starting October 1, 2025.
Discover Karl Usu-aji, a rare Western Japan exclusive snack that's perfect as a travel souvenir with its gentle dashi flavor and satisfying size.
Mr. CHEESECAKE introduces a new bite-sized cheesecake featuring rich Parmigiano-Reggiano and cream cheese, available at Tokyo Station and other flagship stores starting October 2025.
Hello! This is Hina from the Holiday Travel editorial team! ✨ I recently received the famous Osaka souvenir "551" and would love to share my experience with you!
Our team reviews the exclusive Kyushu regional potato chips featuring sweet soy sauce flavor with Kurosatsuma chicken. These unique thick-cut chips are available only in Kyushu and Okinawa.
The collaboration between popular character Chiikawa and Tokyo's No.1 souvenir Tokyo Banana opens its first pop-up store after renewal at Ikebukuro Station. Three new character designs join the adorable banana pudding cake collection.
Dandelion Chocolate Japan launches its Autumn Collection 2025, featuring maple cookies, coffee toffee, and seasonal café treats starting September 4th.
VERY RUBY CUT, the strawberry sweets specialty store operated by Grapestone, launches a new autumn-limited "Strawberry Maple Sandwich" from September 10, 2025. This marks the brand's first autumn seasonal flavor, featuring Italian Sabrina strawberries and Canadian maple chocolate.
A traditional ginger sugar confection beloved as an Ise pilgrimage souvenir gets a contemporary update with modern packaging and individual wrapping, making it more accessible to younger generations.
From September 1, 2025, KOKUNEKO has launched its limited-time "Koku-Uma Annou Imo Financier" - a seasonal sweet potato-flavored version of their popular paw-shaped financier. The treat combines the brand's signature black sugar and butter with the deep sweetness of Annou sweet potatoes.
A special pop-up shop featuring Morinaga's Dars chocolate brand mascot PANDARS will open at Tokyo Station from September 12 to October 14, 2025, offering exclusive sweets and merchandise.
Buttery Soyora Suzuka Shiroko introduces an autumn-limited Mont Blanc and Berry Mille-Feuille featuring Japanese chestnuts, plus an expanded financier collection with 10 varieties starting September 2024.
A special collaboration between Eikodo AM and Yamazaki Biscuits brings the legendary taste of Kokugikan yakitori to Chipstar potato chips, available starting September 14th at Ryogoku Kokugikan.
A new collection of premium bite-sized yokan has arrived at Kuzefuku Shoten stores. These elegant Japanese confections feature traditional techniques and carefully selected ingredients, perfect for seasonal greetings or business occasions.
A new matcha confection combining Kyoto's premium brand rice "Kyoshikibu" with authentic Uji matcha "Makkoi (Rich Matcha)" creates a unique textural experience with every bite.
Three new limited-edition nama chocolate flavors bring the essence of autumn to chocolate lovers, featuring rich chestnut, sweet potato, and nutty gianduja varieties.
Kakitane Kitchen introduces "Chocolate in Kakitane" in collaboration with Godiva, launching September 18, 2025. This premium snack features Belgian chocolate wrapped in crispy kakitane rice crackers.
CARAMEL MONDAY announces the launch of their new sister brand 'CARAMEL MONDAY Morning' featuring three caramel confection varieties available at supermarkets, department stores, and service areas starting September 1, 2025.
Two new limited-time autumn sweets arrive at Butter States by Gin no Budou featuring rich marron mont blanc and caramel walnut butter sandwich, available from September 1, 2025.
French patissier Sébastien Bouillet launches a new autumn-winter collection featuring seasonal tartelettes, macarons, and artisanal cookie assortments, available from August 27, 2025.
This is CHIFFON CAKE introduces a new caramel flavor of their popular cassata sandwich series, featuring deep caramel taste with pistachios and walnuts
Hello, this is sekino from the Holiday Travel editorial team. Today I'd like to introduce you to a Shizuoka souvenir I received from a team member.
If you are going to go sightseeing, you want to incorporate into your itinerary things that you can only see and experience during that time of the year. In this issue, we will introduce the conditions, events, and recommended spots in February in Hokkaido for those who are interested in such things. To learn more […]
Summary This time we went to Miyagi Prefecture for two days and one night! On the first day, we went to the Kesennuma area to enjoy delicious seafood in the port town.The more I learned about Kesennuma, the more attractive and nice it was. It is easy to get to from Tokyo, so please refer […]
You’re visiting Tokyo, but it’s raining. On such days, we recommend visiting a commercial facility directly connected to a station where you can enjoy Tokyo to the fullest! The 8 locations introduced here offer a wide variety of shopping and dining options. Let’s enjoy Tokyo without getting wet from the rain directly from the station! […]
Tokyo is dotted with numerous attractive commercial facilities. In this article, we will introduce 10 places that we especially recommend to all visitors to Tokyo. Enjoy shopping and dining experiences that combine Japanese tradition and modern culture! Click here to learn more about Tokyo. Shibuya Scramble Square (渋谷スクランブルスクエア) Shibuya Scramble Square, a landmark tower directly […]
If you’re planning to go sightseeing, including seasonal activities unique to that time of year in your itinerary is ideal. In this issue, we introduce essential travel information for February in Hiroshima, including weather, appropriate fashion, key events, and recommended spots, catering to those interested in experiencing the uniqueness of the season. To learn more […]
Summary This time, it’s a 2-day/1-night plan to enjoy Kokusai-dori to the fullest ✨Located in Naha City, Kokusai street is a bustling area where Okinawa’s shopping and culinary culture converge. Lined with traditional local handicrafts, it is a fun place for tourists to stroll.Original accessories are sure to be a memorable part of your trip!Not […]
Table of Contents Summary Okayama Prefecture, nicknamed the “Land of Sunshine, Okayama,” is known by its residents for its mild climate and low precipitation.This time, I went alone to the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, which is a famous sightseeing spot and especially popular among tourists. I knew it would always be really nice✨You will definitely […]
Summary Onna-son is a resort area with beautiful beaches and coral reefs on the west side of the main island of Okinawa. Sightseeing and activities are abundant, and the beauty of nature and the sea are attractive. So this time I stayed at Villa From Okinawa in Onna-son. This is a popular inn where you […]
Summary Yamaguchi Prefecture is located on the western edge of Japan’s main island of Honshu. It is dotted with historical spots and gained popularity when the industrial heritage sites in Hagi were registered as a World Heritage site.Among them, we drove around Iwakuni City, which has many attractions such as Iwakuni Castle and Kintaikyo Bridge, […]
Summary Yamaguchi Prefecture is located on the western edge of Japan’s main island of Honshu. It is dotted with historical spots and gained popularity when the industrial heritage sites in Hagi were registered as a World Heritage site. This time, using the Yamaguchi Central Pass (a round trip pass), we took a bus tour of […]
Summary A two day and one night trip to Chatan, an area where you can enjoy a tropical resort.This is a popular area with a strong American flavor due to the proximity of an American military base. The hotel we stayed at was very comfortable and I highly recommend it! The Okinawan pig breed shabu […]
Summary Motobu Town is famous for the earliest cherry blossom festival in Japan, and is a popular tourist destination as an area rich in nature, including Mt. Yaetake, a famous cherry blossom viewing spot, and Minna Beach, which boasts one of the clearest beaches in Japan.It was a relaxing and peaceful trip, healed by nature […]
Yokohama, just 30 minutes away from Tokyo, is a city with urban sophistication yet having a rural mood. It is a prosperous port town with many tourist attractions and beautiful scenery.In this page, we introduce famous sightseeing spots in Yokohama such as Chinatown and the Red Brick Warehouse, as well as seaside restaurants, retro cafes […]
Summary Following the first part, the second part and the second day, we enjoyed active sightseeing while enjoying Okinawa’s unique gourmet food! Okinawa is famous for this! While keeping in mind the points that Okinawa is famous for, we also happened to come across a wine that tasted so good that we went to buy […]
Summary One of the joys of traveling lies in savoring local cuisine, and the breathtaking beauty of the changing seasons adds to the experience! We set out on a journey, seeking a panoramic vista absent in the urban landscape of towering buildings but abundant in the embrace of nature! It was a truly magnificent, once-in-a-lifetime […]
Summary Check out this Choshi, Chiba trip plan! Enjoy tasty seafood and beautiful Pacific Ocean views in nature. Hope it helps with your travel plans:) *Please note that information and prices listed are subject to change. Travel Itinerary 07:30am Tokyo Station It takes about 2 hours from Tokyo Station to Choshi by “Shiosai” limited express […]
Nasu is a tourist destination that immerses you in nature, allowing you to experience the changes of the four seasons up close. It is an ideal place for family trips, offering events that can be enjoyed by everyone, including interactions with animals and engaging in craft activities.Since it is easily accessible from central Tokyo, it […]
Summary This time I stayed at the new FAV Hotel in Hakodate, Hokkaido 😊! The artistic rooms were very stylish and nice 🎨💕 We also experienced the luxury of being able to book sushi in the hotel 🤤🍣. We also visited other popular Hakodate spots and had two days full of food and sightseeing 🥰🛩. Please […]