Review of Popular Japanese Sweets: Recommended Products by Payke Employees
Payke employees have sampled popular sweets among foreign tourists visiting Japan.
In this article, based on their impressions, we will introduce recommended sweets to everyone!
When traveling to Japan, please refer to this article.
If you can’t come to Japan, don’t worry!
Payke’s proxy purchase service lets you enjoy these delicious sweets at home.
The products we tasted this time are:
1. PISTA & TOKYO Pistachio Sandwich
*Image taken from the official PISTA & TOKYO website.
Brand Introduction:
PISTA & TOKYO is a stylish sweets brand themed around pistachios.
It features high-quality ingredients and a sophisticated design, making it irresistible for pistachio lovers.
Pistachio & Pistachio Flavor:
*Image taken from the official PISTA & TOKYO website.
It resembles Shiroi Koibito! The difference is the addition of pistachio flavor to the cookies and the chocolate inside. The cookies are crispy, and the creamy filling is layered in three, providing satisfaction.
Though the sweetness is strong, it strikes a perfect balance without being overly sweet.
The pistachio flavor is subtle.
Pistachio & Raspberry Flavor
*Image taken from the official PISTA & TOKYO website.
The raspberry’s tartness in the chocolate matches perfectly with the pistachio, enhancing its deliciousness.
You can taste the pistachio flavor within the raspberry, and the balance of flavors is excellent.
2. PRESS BUTTER SAND Butter Sandwich
Brand Introduction:
PRESS BUTTER SAND is famous for its butter-rich sandwich cookies.
Using high-quality butter and carefully selected ingredients, it offers a delightful balance of crispiness and creaminess.
Among the employees, this product was more popular than the pistachio sandwich.
Amaou Strawberry Flavor:
*Image taken from the official PISTA & TOKYO website.
The cream and strawberry caramel inside are moist, and the strawberry flavor is strong.
I have a sweet tooth, so I loved it.
Butter Sandwich Flavor:
*Image taken from the official PRESS BUTTER SAND website.
This one features aromatic cookies, with the butter flavor spreading with every bite.
The caramel flavor is prominent, and the aftertaste is nice.
The texture is chewy, reminiscent of Kawara Senbei.
3. Uji Tea Gion Tsujiri
*Image taken from the official Gion Tsujiri website.
Brand Introduction:
Gion Tsujiri is a traditional matcha brand from Kyoto, popular for its sweets made with high-quality matcha. It features a rich flavor and elegant sweetness.
Tsujiri no Sato vs. Gion no Sato:Gion no Sato was very popular among the employees.
*Image taken from the official Gion Tsujiri website.
Gion no Sato has a strong and bitter matcha flavor.
It feels like rich matcha, perfect for matcha lovers.
It is less sweet than expected, with a solid matcha flavor.
4. Hanasaki Karin
Brand Introduction:
Hanasaki Karin is a sweets brand based on healthy vegetable chips, featuring natural sweetness and a crispy texture.
Not only are they beautiful with floral patterns, but they also offer unique flavors like matcha, making them perfect souvenirs.
This was the most popular in our tasting.
*Image taken from the official Hanasaki Karin website.
It has a light texture similar to healthy vegetable chips.
The reduced sugar and natural sweetness are also a high point.
The crispy texture is fun, and it feels more like a snack than a sweet.
There are various flavors, making it enjoyable and pairing well with alcohol.
The texture is unique, like thin, crispy churros.
Matcha-flavored crispy snacks are rare, making them a delightful souvenir.
How to Purchase
In-store Purchase:
These brands can be found in department stores and specialty shops across Japan. Be sure to stop by when traveling.
Using Proxy Purchase Service:
Even if you can’t come to Japan, you can use the “Japan Daikou” service to buy these sweets and have them delivered to your home. Enjoy the taste of Japan wherever you are.
Enjoy delicious Japanese sweets and have a wonderful time!