Must-Try Japanese Snack Foods
Snacking helps us get through the day between meals. It would be practically unimaginable not to have something to munch on while watching a movie or a television show. Some of the all-time favorite snack foods we all know growing up and crave for even today are Pringles, Doritos, Twinkies, Twizzlers . . . add your own. Here are just a few of Japan’s popular snack foods:
Cream Collon by Ezaki Glico. Don’t be fooled by the look of these delectable cream-filled biscuits. They may oddly resemble an organ of our bodies that is filled with something we just consumed, but rest assured they are delightfully delicious.
Happy Turn (ハッピーターン) rice crackers by Kameda Seika Confectionery. These individually wrapped rice cracker treats seal in the freshness. They are sweet and salty at the same time, making them irresistibly good.
Jagarico (じゃがりこ) potato chips by Calbee. Even the Japanese cannot resist the allure of potato chips. The classic texture of perfectly fried potato chips and light seasoning is always a winner in every bite.
Pocky by Ezaki Glico. These chocolate covered biscuit sticks were first sold commercially in 1966. They came out with other variations of coating such as strawberry and chocolate with almonds in 1971. Today they have several other original flavors such as banana, coconut, green tea, milk, and honey.
Kappa Ebisen (かっぱえびせん) prawn chips by Calbee. These slightly salty prawn-flavored crisps give potato chips a run for their money. Its signature catchphrase, “Yamerarenai Tomaranai,” which means, “You can’t stop, you won’t stop” is particularly true for anyone craving something salty.
Meiji Chocolates. The Meiji dairy company was established in 1917. Their chocolate is characteristically smooth and creamy. They come in several variants such as milk chocolate, dark chocolate, and macadamia and chocolate.
The Japanese snack food industry has grown over the years. It is a delight to taste and see such unique flavors that will leave you wanting more.