Best Japanese Chocolate Snacks to Try in 2025 (Foreigners’ Guide)

Japan isn’t just famous for sushi and ramen — its chocolate snacks are on another level. From quirky flavors to luxurious packaging, Japanese chocolate treats are a dream for sweet-toothed travelers. Whether you’re exploring Tokyo’s convenience stores or planning what to buy as souvenirs, this guide is for you.

Here are the best Japanese chocolate snacks to try in 2025 — loved by locals and foreigners alike!

🍫 1. Meiji Almond Chocolate

A true classic. Crunchy roasted almonds coated in smooth milk chocolate — perfectly balanced and easy to snack on. You’ll find them everywhere from 7-Eleven to Don Quijote.

🛒 Where to buy: Convenience stores, supermarkets, and airports
🎁 Great for souvenirs and sharing with friends

🍓 2. Pocky – Chocolate & Seasonal Flavors

Everyone knows Pocky! Thin biscuit sticks covered in chocolate, strawberry, matcha, or even limited-edition sakura flavors. In 2025, look out for the “luxury Pocky” series with thicker coating and richer flavors.

🛒 Available at: All convenience stores (7-Eleven, FamilyMart, Lawson)
📸 Bonus: Super photogenic — great for Instagram!

🍘 3. Kinoko no Yama vs. Takenoko no Sato

The ultimate snack rivalry!

• Kinoko no Yama (mushroom-shaped biscuit with chocolate top)
• Takenoko no Sato (bamboo shoot-shaped with chocolate and cookie)

Try both and choose your side in Japan’s most delicious debate.

🤓 Fun fact: There’s even a poll every year to crown the winner!

💎 4. ROYCE’ Nama Chocolate

This is premium Japanese chocolate at its best. Rich, soft, and melt-in-your-mouth. Made with fresh cream and cocoa powder, it’s best kept refrigerated.

🛍 Found at: Airport duty-free shops, department stores
🎁 Pro tip: Pack it in a cooler bag if traveling in summer!

🍪 5. Tokyo Banana Chocolate Flavor

Not just a sponge cake anymore! Tokyo Banana now comes with banana-chocolate fillings and panda-themed designs — exclusive to Tokyo.

🛫 Buy it before flying home at Haneda/Narita Airports
🎁 Perfect souvenir for friends or coworkers

🎁 Bonus: Limited-Edition Convenience Store Chocolates

In Japan, convenience stores release seasonal chocolates all the time:

• Sakura mochi chocolate in spring
• Chestnut chocolate in autumn
• Matcha crunch in winter

➡️ Check the “new arrivals” corner at 7-Eleven or FamilyMart
📍 For more tips: Japanese Convenience Stores – What Surprises Foreigners Most

✈️ Want to Try These Snacks in Japan?

If you’re planning to visit Japan soon, don’t miss these experiences near Tokyo:

• 🍣 Sushi-Making Experience in Tokyo (Klook)
• 🎎 Asakusa Kimono Rental & Street Food Walk

These cultural activities pair perfectly with a chocolate-fueled afternoon!

🧳 Final Tips for Chocolate Lovers

• Want to bring them home? Pack them in a suitcase-safe box (avoid soft varieties in hot seasons)
• Looking for unique flavors? Visit Don Quijote or Tokyo Station snack zones
• Avoid melting! Store chocolates away from sunlight — especially Royce’ or nama types

💬 What’s Your Favorite Japanese Chocolate?

Have you tried any of these snacks before?
Got a favorite chocolate treat in Japan that we missed? Let us know in the comments below!