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!

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The band made their major debut in 2015 with the mini-album Variety. Since then, they’ve released several hit albums and singles, attracting a wide audience both in Japan and internationally. In 2020, the band announced a temporary hiatus to “go into a new phase” and later returned in 2022 as a three-member group with a fresh artistic direction.

Why Are They So Popular?

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Recommended Songs

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投稿 Mrs. GREEN APPLE: A Rising Star in Japanese Pop Rock は IAJ ~ Information About Japan ~ に最初に表示されました。