Spring Otozure

This month, spring is in the air! We’re stuffing your box full of delicious snacks that remind us of the springtime. We hope you enjoy it on a spring picnic!

Spring Otozure

This month, spring is in the air! We’re stuffing your box full of delicious snacks that remind us of the springtime. We hope you enjoy it on a spring picnic!

This month's snacks:

Ume Zarame

MADE BY: Sanshu Seika
PRODUCT OF:
Saitama
FLAVOR: Sweet, Sour 
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Wheat, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

These rice crackers are coated with ume (Japanese pickled plum) flavor. Their mouth-wateringly tangy taste is balanced out with a moderate sugar flavor for the ultimate sweet and slightly sour combo!

Kororon Momotaro Sakupuff Chocolate: Muscat Grape

MADE BY: Tanabe
PRODUCT OF:
Okayama
FLAVOR: Sweet
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

This shatteringly crisp and deeply airy puff is adorned with a swirl of muscat grape-flavored white chocolate. While the puff evaporates in your mouth, take a look at the packaging, featuring the delightful Momotaro (peach boy) and friends.

Yuzu Okoshi

MADE BY: Eguchi Seika
PRODUCT OF:
Kyoto
FLAVOR: Sweet 
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Wheat, Peanuts
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

Kyoto-based maker Eguchi Seika has been crafting okoshi, a type of puffed rice snack, for over 131 years! They mix rice, wheat flour, sugar, starch, and yuzu for a refreshingly light and airy snack.

Jelly Chocolate: Yubari Melon

MADE BY: Zen-Noh
PRODUCT OF:
Osaka
FLAVOR: Sweet
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

These chocolate spheres have delicious jelly at their centers! The jelly is flavored with yubari melon, a type of cantaloupe that is grown in Hokkaido. Fruity, fragrant, and oh-so-chewy, you’ll finish the whole bag in one sitting.

Crepe Colorée: Orange Tea

MADE BY: Nakajima Taishodo
PRODUCT OF:
Osaka
FLAVOR: Sweet
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Eggs, Wheat, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

This treat is an orange infused crepe biscuit, rolled and coated inside with an Earl Grey tea-flavored cream. The crepe is crisp and the delicate combination of orange and tea is beautifully fragrant.

Potato Chips: Wasabi

MADE BY: Yamayoshi
PRODUCT OF:
Tokyo
FLAVOR: Savory & Spicy
VEGETARIAN: No

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Wheat, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

In its 33-year history, Yamayoshi has crafted many tasty potato chip flavors, and this one with wasabi from Nagano is no exception! Intensely savory with a spicy kick, this one is for folks who can stand a little heat!

Amaou Strawberry Dorayaki

MADE BY: Ichiei Shokuhin
PRODUCT OF:
Fukuoka
FLAVOR: Sweet
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Eggs, Wheat, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

Dorayaki is a snack where two soft castella pancakes sandwich a filling. In this case, it’s red bean paste flavored with amaou strawberries grown in Fukuoka! We hope you enjoy it “berry” much.

Sawayaka Lemon Milk Chinsuko

MADE BY: Chinpindo
PRODUCT OF:
Okinawa
FLAVOR: Sweet
VEGETARIAN: No

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk,Eggs, Wheat
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

Chinsuko is a shortbread-like Okinawan biscuit that is a popular omiyage (souvenir gift). This chinsuko is flavored with sweet condensed milk and lemon. It’s perfect for dunking into tea or savoring on its own.

Matcha Azuki Cake

MADE BY: Almond
PRODUCT OF:
Tokyo
FLAVOR: Sweet 
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: WMilk, Eggs, Wheat, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: Alcohol

This fluffy cake is flavored with Japanese matcha and Dainagon azuki beans. Dainagon beans are grown in Hokkaido and are known for their big size and delicious flavor! “Cake” your day better by indulging in this treat.

Strawberry Daifuku Mochi

MADE BY: Hata Seika
PRODUCT OF:
Nara
FLAVOR: Sweet
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

Daifuku is a type of mochi with a sweet filling that’s usually anko, or white bean paste. Maker Hata Seika kneads strawberry juice into their filling, which is shiroan (white bean paste). Enjoy the fruity yet mild taste of these bite-sized treats!

Black Strawberry

MADE BY: Bokksu
PRODUCT OF:
Nagano
FLAVOR: Sweet
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

If you love Bokksu's White Strawberry, then you'll be over the moon for this special treat! Fresh strawberries are freeze-dried and then infused with liquid dark chocolate, for a smooth yet crunchy snack.

NOTE: Due to high temperatures, there may be white marks on the surface of the chocolate. However it is still delicious and safe to eat!

Potato Stick: Asari Clam & Butter

MADE BY: VF and T
PRODUCT OF:
Okayama
FLAVOR: Savory
VEGETARIAN: No

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Wheat, Soy, Mollusk Shellfish
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

These special potato sticks are deep fried and coated in sea salt from Chiba Prefecture. They’re flavored with rich butter and Asari clams for a comforting taste of the sea.

Potato Snack: Grilled Corn Flavor

MADE BY: Kato Seika
PRODUCT OF:
Mie
FLAVOR: Savory
VEGETARIAN: No

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Wheat, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

Grilled corn is a popular festival treat around Japan! We’re bringing you a taste via this crispy and flaky snack. Crunchy deep-fried potato and smokey yet mellow corn create the perfect flavor duet.

Wasabi Shoyu Soy Sauce Uma Sen Rice Cracker

MADE BY: Sakata Beika
PRODUCT OF:
Yamagata
FLAVOR: Savory
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Wheat, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

Did you know that wasabi blooms in the spring? This rice cracker features wasabi from Shinshu Azumino, giving it a spicy kick that’s balanced with the savory shoyu (soy sauce) flavor.

Gohoubicha: Sencha Green Tea & Lemongrass

MADE BY: Higa Seicha
PRODUCT OF:
Okinawa
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: N/A
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

This sencha green tea is flavored with lemongrass, giving it a refreshing scent, a slightly vegetal taste and a super comforting vibe. Great to kick off your week or to curl up with while reading your favorite book.

Brewing Instructions: Bring 160ml/5.4oz - 200ml/6oz of water to a boil and steep the tea bag to taste.

Ready to experience Japan?

This month's snacks:

Ume Zarame

MADE BY: Sanshu Seika
PRODUCT OF:
Saitama
FLAVOR: Sweet, Sour 
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Wheat, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

These rice crackers are coated with ume (Japanese pickled plum) flavor. Their mouth-wateringly tangy taste is balanced out with a moderate sugar flavor for the ultimate sweet and slightly sour combo!

Kororon Momotaro Sakupuff Chocolate: Muscat Grape

MADE BY: Tanabe
PRODUCT OF:
Okayama
FLAVOR: Sweet
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

This shatteringly crisp and deeply airy puff is adorned with a swirl of muscat grape-flavored white chocolate. While the puff evaporates in your mouth, take a look at the packaging, featuring the delightful Momotaro (peach boy) and friends.

Yuzu Okoshi

MADE BY: Eguchi Seika
PRODUCT OF:
Kyoto
FLAVOR: Sweet 
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Wheat, Peanuts
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

Kyoto-based maker Eguchi Seika has been crafting okoshi, a type of puffed rice snack, for over 131 years! They mix rice, wheat flour, sugar, starch, and yuzu for a refreshingly light and airy snack.

Jelly Chocolate: Yubari Melon

MADE BY: Zen-Noh
PRODUCT OF:
Osaka
FLAVOR: Sweet
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

These chocolate spheres have delicious jelly at their centers! The jelly is flavored with yubari melon, a type of cantaloupe that is grown in Hokkaido. Fruity, fragrant, and oh-so-chewy, you’ll finish the whole bag in one sitting.

Crepe Colorée: Orange Tea

MADE BY: Nakajima Taishodo
PRODUCT OF:
Osaka
FLAVOR: Sweet
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Eggs, Wheat, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

This treat is an orange infused crepe biscuit, rolled and coated inside with an Earl Grey tea-flavored cream. The crepe is crisp and the delicate combination of orange and tea is beautifully fragrant.

Potato Chips: Wasabi

MADE BY: Yamayoshi
PRODUCT OF:
Tokyo
FLAVOR: Savory & Spicy
VEGETARIAN: No

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Wheat, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

In its 33-year history, Yamayoshi has crafted many tasty potato chip flavors, and this one with wasabi from Nagano is no exception! Intensely savory with a spicy kick, this one is for folks who can stand a little heat!

Amaou Strawberry Dorayaki

MADE BY: Ichiei Shokuhin
PRODUCT OF:
Fukuoka
FLAVOR: Sweet
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Eggs, Wheat, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

Dorayaki is a snack where two soft castella pancakes sandwich a filling. In this case, it’s red bean paste flavored with amaou strawberries grown in Fukuoka! We hope you enjoy it “berry” much.

Sawayaka Lemon Milk Chinsuko

MADE BY: Chinpindo
PRODUCT OF:
Okinawa
FLAVOR: Sweet
VEGETARIAN: No

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk,Eggs, Wheat
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

Chinsuko is a shortbread-like Okinawan biscuit that is a popular omiyage (souvenir gift). This chinsuko is flavored with sweet condensed milk and lemon. It’s perfect for dunking into tea or savoring on its own.

Matcha Azuki Cake

MADE BY: Almond
PRODUCT OF:
Tokyo
FLAVOR: Sweet 
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: WMilk, Eggs, Wheat, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: Alcohol

This fluffy cake is flavored with Japanese matcha and Dainagon azuki beans. Dainagon beans are grown in Hokkaido and are known for their big size and delicious flavor! “Cake” your day better by indulging in this treat.

Strawberry Daifuku Mochi

MADE BY: Hata Seika
PRODUCT OF:
Nara
FLAVOR: Sweet
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

Daifuku is a type of mochi with a sweet filling that’s usually anko, or white bean paste. Maker Hata Seika kneads strawberry juice into their filling, which is shiroan (white bean paste). Enjoy the fruity yet mild taste of these bite-sized treats!

Black Strawberry

MADE BY: Bokksu
PRODUCT OF:
Nagano
FLAVOR: Sweet
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

If you love Bokksu's White Strawberry, then you'll be over the moon for this special treat! Fresh strawberries are freeze-dried and then infused with liquid dark chocolate, for a smooth yet crunchy snack.

NOTE: Due to high temperatures, there may be white marks on the surface of the chocolate. However it is still delicious and safe to eat!

Potato Stick: Asari Clam & Butter

MADE BY: VF and T
PRODUCT OF:
Okayama
FLAVOR: Savory
VEGETARIAN: No

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Wheat, Soy, Mollusk Shellfish
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

These special potato sticks are deep fried and coated in sea salt from Chiba Prefecture. They’re flavored with rich butter and Asari clams for a comforting taste of the sea.

Potato Snack: Grilled Corn Flavor

MADE BY: Kato Seika
PRODUCT OF:
Mie
FLAVOR: Savory
VEGETARIAN: No

COMMON ALLERGENS: Milk, Wheat, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

Grilled corn is a popular festival treat around Japan! We’re bringing you a taste via this crispy and flaky snack. Crunchy deep-fried potato and smokey yet mellow corn create the perfect flavor duet.

Wasabi Shoyu Soy Sauce Uma Sen Rice Cracker

MADE BY: Sakata Beika
PRODUCT OF:
Yamagata
FLAVOR: Savory
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: Wheat, Soy
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

Did you know that wasabi blooms in the spring? This rice cracker features wasabi from Shinshu Azumino, giving it a spicy kick that’s balanced with the savory shoyu (soy sauce) flavor.

Gohoubicha: Sencha Green Tea & Lemongrass

MADE BY: Higa Seicha
PRODUCT OF:
Okinawa
VEGETARIAN: Yes

COMMON ALLERGENS: N/A
ALSO CONTAINS: N/A

This sencha green tea is flavored with lemongrass, giving it a refreshing scent, a slightly vegetal taste and a super comforting vibe. Great to kick off your week or to curl up with while reading your favorite book.

Brewing Instructions: Bring 160ml/5.4oz - 200ml/6oz of water to a boil and steep the tea bag to taste.

Ready to experience Japan?