A guide to eating in Japan — restaurants, convenience store food, local dishes, and practical food tips from a Japanese-born travel specialist based in New Zealand.
Japan is famous for its unique and creative Kit Kat flavors that go far beyond the classic chocolate bar. If you are a chocolate lover planning a family trip or school trip to Japan from New Zealand or simply curious about the variety of Kit Kats available there, you are in for a treat. Japanese Kit Kats offer a delightful mix of traditional and regional tastes, which you can not buy in New Zealand, making them a perfect souvenir or a special indulgence. This post explores th
Think “convenience store” means boring snacks and sad sandwiches? Think again! In Japan, konbini (short for convenience store) are an essential—and delicious—part of everyday life.