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New Cherry Blossom (Sakura) Flavored Frappuccino from Starbucks Coffee in Japan

On February 15, 2023, Starbucks launched its new Sakura Blooming Saku Frappuccino. The Strawberry Flavor Macaroon, which adds a crunchy, light texture and a pretty appearance on top of the whipped cream, is topped with whipped cream to res…

Beef yakiniku set meal with grated radish at Matsuya, a famous Japanese chain restaurant.

Effective February 14, 2023, Matsuya has relaunched its popular classic "Beef Yakiniku Teishoku". The "Beef Yakiniku Teishoku Plain" (690 yen) will now be available with three new condiments for an additional 90 yen: "Oni Oroshi" for a ref…

Japan's exquisite dumplings. Famous chain restaurant "Gyoza no Ousho".

The "Gyoza no Ousho" restaurant offers a wide variety of attractive menu items, making it difficult to decide what to order. This time, we will order the set menu "Gyoza Set Meal (891 yen)" and investigate the actual meal. There are four d…

Japan's dynamic sukiyaki. Popular chain restaurant "Katsuya"

Katsuya has launched a new product, "Beef Sukiyaki with Chicken Cutlet" on February 10, 2023. Beef Sukiyaki and Chicken Cutlet Ai-zaka" is a combination of beef sukiyaki and chicken cutlet, a dish synonymous with winter meat stew, and is n…

Gyoza no Ousho "Ham and Egg Stir-Fry". Japan's finest gourmet.

On February 10, 2023, "Gyoza no Ousho" began selling a new product, "Luxurious Stir-Fried Rich Roast Ham and Nira Tamago". A collaboration with Nippon Ham, this premium leek ball stir-fry uses "Rich Roast Ham," a one-rank higher premium ro…

Choco Frappe at McDonald's McCafé by Barista in Japan for less than $4.00

McDonald's is offering McCafé by Barista, a cozy café where customers can casually enjoy authentic, high-quality drinks and food in a limited number of stores. In addition to the regular menu, participating stores offer cappuccinos, espres…

Katsuya "Sukiyaki Chicken Katsu Don". Japan's popular katsudon chain restaurant

Katsuya has launched a new product, "Beef Sukiyaki with Chicken Cutlet" on February 10, 2023. Beef Sukiyaki and Chicken Cutlet Ai-zaka" is a combination of beef sukiyaki and chicken cutlet, a dish synonymous with winter meat stew, and is n…

Nakau "Asari Butter Udon". Famous Japanese chain restaurant

On February 9, 2023, Nakau began offering a limited-time menu item called "Asari Butter Udon". This new product features smooth, silky udon noodles in a rich, seafood broth topped with fragrant scallions and butter. The udon soup, infused …

McDonald's "Rice Burger Shrimp" in Japan, a new product under $4.00

On February 8, 2023, McDonald's began selling the new "Asian Gohan Yushon Chicken" and "Asian Gohan Sweet Chili Shrimp". Available only at Night Mac (after 5 p.m.), the two types of "Gohan Burger" are available for a limited time. Order th…

McDonald's Japan "Gohan Burger". New product with chicken sandwiched between rice.

On February 8, 2023, McDonald's began selling the new "Asian Gohan Yushon Chicken" and "Asian Gohan Sweet Chili Shrimp". Available only at Night Mac (after 5 p.m.), the two types of "Gohan Burger" are available for a limited time. This tim…

Sirloin steak 200g (1,950 yen) at Ikinari Steak, a Japanese steak chain

Starting February 7, 2023, Ikinari Steak began offering a limited-time menu item, US New York Cut Sirloin Steak. The menu includes 200g (1,950 yen) and 300g (2,890 yen). This time, we will order the "US New York Cut Sirloin Steak, 200g (1,…

At Japan's Matsuya, a hearty beef bowl costs $4.50.

On February 7, 2023, Matsuya began selling a new product, "Taiwanese-style Mixed Beef Meal. This new beef rice dish combines beef rice with a half-boiled egg, Matsuya's own kimchi, seaweed, and green onions, and is topped with a newly deve…

Japan's "Gyoza no Ousho" offers excellent Chinese food at a reasonable price!

The "Gyoza no Ousho" restaurant offers a wide variety of attractive menu items, making it difficult to decide what to order. This time, we ordered the set menu "Chinese set with fried Chinese chive liver (1,039 yen)" and a large serving of…

At Matsuya in Japan, you can get beef yakiniku for less than $5.50.

Matsuya offers a variety of attractive menu items including beef rice, rice bowls, curry, set meals, lunch and breakfast. Order the standard menu item, "Beef Yakiniku Set Meal and Rice Extra Large (690 yen). The set meal and rice set comes…

In Japan, a set of oyakodon and udon noodles can be had for less than $5. Chain restaurant "Nakau"

Nakau offers a lunch menu (from 10:00 to 16:00). Order the oyakodon with cold udon (550 yen). The price of the oyako-don with cold udon (250 yen) and the regular bowl of oyako-don (490 yen) is 740 yen, a savings of 190 yen. The "550 yen lu…

Komeda Coffee's most popular "Pizza Toast". Japanese cafe chain.

Komeda Coffee Shop has an attractive menu, which is often talked about on social networking sites and online news. This time, I will order the "Pizza Toast with Plenty of Egg Paste (780 yen). The price varies slightly from store to store, …

Yayoiken "Meat Tofu and Croquette Set Meal" for under $7. Popular Japanese teishoku chain restaurants

On February 2, 2023, Yayoiken launched new products, "~Pork Belly Nankotsu~ Delicious Tororo Meat Tofu and Grilled Fish Set Meal (990 yen)" and "~Pork Belly Nankotsu~ Delicious Tororo Meat Tofu and Croquette Set Meal (890 yen)". The meat a…

Starbucks Coffee "Opera Frappuccino". New for Valentine's Day in Japan

On February 3, 2023, Starbucks launched its new "Opera Frappuccino. The Frappuccino has a glossy visual appearance like an "opera cake," and each layer offers a different chocolate flavor. The Frappuccino is available in Tall size only, pr…

Gyoza no Ousho "Pork Shoyu Ramen". A cheap and tasty Chinese restaurant chain in Japan.

Every month, "Gyoza no Ousho" offers an attractive monthly menu. This time, we will order the February 2023 limited menu "Pork Trotter Ramen (750 yen)". This "New Soki Soba" has a thick, soy sauce-flavored thick soup that goes well with th…

Komeda Coffee "Shiro Noir White Lovers". Popular cafe chain in Japan

Starting February 2, 2023, Komeda Coffee Shop began selling a seasonal menu item called "Shiro Noir Shiroi Koibito" (white lover). The menu includes Shironoir Shiroi Koibito (880 yen to 940 yen) and Shironoir Shiroi Koibito Mini Size (680 …

McDonald's "Sweet Chili Shrimp". The hottest new burger in Japan.

Beginning February 1, 2023, McDonald's has launched its new "Asian Burgers" product line. Three new burgers with Asian flavors are now available: the Aburatsu Chicken, the Tantan Double Beef, and the Sweet Chili Shrimp. Reference: McDonald…

McDonald's "Yuri-Ron Chicken". The hottest new burger in Japan.

Beginning February 1, 2023, McDonald's has launched its new "Asian Burgers" product line. Three new burgers with Asian flavors are now available: the Aburatsu Chicken, the Tantan Double Beef, and the Sweet Chili Shrimp. Reference: McDonald…

McDonald's "Double Beef with Tangy Beef". The hottest new burger in Japan.

Beginning February 1, 2023, McDonald's has launched its new "Asian Burgers" product line. Three new burgers with Asian flavors are now available: the Aburatsu Chicken, the Tantan Double Beef, and the Sweet Chili Shrimp. Reference: McDonald…

Yoshinoya "Teppan Beef Karubi Set Meal. Japan's cheapest beef bowl chain restaurant

Yoshinoya in Japan is offering the Teppan Beef Kalbi Set Meal (712 yen), available only at stores. More rice and refills of the set meal are free for 24 hours. It consists of beef ribs, sauce, salad, mayonnaise, miso soup, and rice. When y…

Fuji Soba "Tempura Soba, Large portion". Cheap restaurant chain in Japan

Japan's Fuji Soba is a soba noodle chain with outlets in Tokyo, Saitama, Chiba, and Kanagawa prefectures. Order "Beni Ginger Ten Soba (540 yen)" and "Large portion (140 yen). Simple in appearance and hearty in volume, it is topped with red…

Saizeriya "Crispy Potatoes (French Fries)". Popular Japanese Restaurants

Saizeriya is a popular family restaurant in Japan with inexpensive, delicious, and Italian menu items. This time, we will investigate the take-out menu "Crispy Potatoes, W Size (480 yen)". These potatoes are grilled slowly with olive oil. …

Cheap set meals at Marugame Udon. Delicious Udon Restaurant in Japan

Marugame Udon offers a variety of attractive menu items such as kake, bukkake, shoyu, colander, kamatama, kama-age, and curry udon. This time, we will order the set menu "Chicken Meal Set Meal (580 yen)" to investigate the actual meal. The…

The "Red Shoulder Roast Steak" at "Ikinari Steak". Cheap steak restaurant in Japan

Starting January 27, 2023, Ikinari Steak will begin selling a test and store-only menu item, "Red Meat! Shoulder Roast Steak" is now on sale. Originating from Australia, this steak features delicious lean meat raised on grain feed for more…

Nakau "Charcoal-grilled Oyakodon". Cheap and delicious restaurants in Japan

On January 26, 2023, Nakau launched a new product, Charcoal-grilled Oyakodon. Nakau's flagship product, "Oyakodon," chicken is charcoal-grilled to create a fragrant umami flavor, making it even more flavorful. Source: Nakau official websit…

Marugame Udon"Ankake udon with meat and egg". Popular new products in Japan

On January 24, 2023, Japan's "Marugame Udon" started selling a new product "Nikugasane Tamagoankake Udon". It's a bowl of springy udon noodles, slightly sweetened beef and egg sauce, and minced minced chicken and pork seasoned with ginger.…