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What are the best souvenirs to buy from Japan?

“Omiyage” (souvenirs) are one of Japan’s specialities, after all, presentation and aesthetics are what Japanese culture is all about.

Mochi is one of Japan’s most iconic delicacies and an amazing souvenir choice to take back home. Here are my mochi souvenir recommendations!

Across the road from Kyoto station is a large shopping complex known as Aeon Mall, featuring an abundance of unique Japanese stores.

For the best feeds when you’re short on the dough, Gyomu Super offers incredibly delicious ready-to-eat Japanese and international cuisine!

Whether you’re here on holiday or on a long-term basis, it’s worth exploring Japan’s supermarket chains for delicious foods at low prices!

KitKat has done it again with an exclusive new flavor, courtesy of Japan, known as Blueberry Cheesecake. Read on for my taste test review!

Fukuoka is known for its beautiful coastal scenery, yatai food stands, and ferries to Korea. Here’s what to expect with Fukuoka’s street life.

The Japanese are some of the most minimalist people when it comes to prioritizing only the essentials and Muji is a reflection of this ideal.

Using special ingredients such as indigestible dextrin dietary fibers, Japan offers a range of BMI Cola drinks that help with fat absorption!

Japan is an absolute haven of gourmet desserts from combinis to supermarket chains, these are the 5 best chocolate delicacies I’ve tasted!

Fresco is like the Walmart or Tesco of Japan (rhymes with it too!), but unlike those supermarkets, they are open 24 hours every day!

Only in Kyoto City will you find such a harmonious intertwining of traditional and modern Japanese culture. Let’s explore!