Category Archives: Food!

Azuki Matcha Latte & Frappuccino at Starbucks

Posted on February 6, 2012 by superhappyawesome

I know you can get green tea lattes at Starbucks in the US these days, but somehow I doubt that this special winter version, the Azuki Matcha Latte, will be making it’s way across the Pacific any time soon. The … Continue reading →

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McDonald’s Grand Canyon Burger & Blueberry Cream Cheese Pie

Posted on January 11, 2012 by superhappyawesome

It’s that time again! McDonald’s Big American burger series is back! And what fresh new insanity do they have in store for us this time? First up is the

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Neon Genesis Evangelion Christmas Cake

Posted on December 26, 2011 by superhappyawesome

A few weeks ago I talked about the K-On! Christmas cake, and mentioned there was another cake that looked even cooler. I planned to order one for Sean, but missed the cutoff date and kicked myself for days. Then, on … Continue reading →

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Happy Pocky Day!

Posted on November 11, 2011 by superhappyawesome

We interrupt your regularly schedule Engrish of the week to bring you important news: the clever marketing people at Glico have realized that 11/11 rather looks like four sticks of everyone’s favorite Japanese treat, Pocky, standing next to each other. … Continue reading →

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Pepsi PINK!

Posted on November 9, 2011 by superhappyawesome

Yes! It’s here! The day has finally arrived for the new Winter Pepsi flavor! We’ve been waiting for this one for a while–how could you not be excited for Strawberry Milk flavored cola? Pepsi Japan has a long line of … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Cheesecake Kit Kats!

Posted on October 10, 2011 by superhappyawesome

Ah, October. Leaves changing color, nights getting cooler, days getting shorter. It’s a beautiful season, full of tradition. Sadly, a new tradition has recently entered my annual calendar

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Ghost-flavored Pringles!

Posted on September 8, 2011 by superhappyawesome

As soon as September clicks over in Japan, it instantly becomes Autumn. The shelves are full of

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Omiyage Diaries: Dog Poo Cookies

Posted on August 24, 2011 by superhappyawesome

Summer vacation is winding down, and coworkers are coming back from their trips to  exotic and exciting locations. Some travel abroad, some stay closer to home, but almost everyone brings back

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Salt Caramel Chip Chop: A Taste Disaster

Posted on August 21, 2011 by superhappyawesome

On my lunch break yesterday I stopped by a convenience store, and a new package of Chip!Chop caught my eye. I’d just posted about the catchy yet creepy commercial, and I figured I might as well try the actual product. … Continue reading →

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NEW Summer Pepsi — Caribbean Gold!

Posted on July 29, 2011 by superhappyawesome

A few weeks ago I posted about how disappointing this year’s Summer Pepsi offering was, and how it didn’t seem very summery at all. Well, as luck would have it, there’s a new Summer Pepsi on the block! Caribbean Gold, … Continue reading →

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