List of Japanese snacks

List of Japanese Snacks

Japanese snacks, known as Oyatsu, are a significant part of Japanese cuisine and culture. They come in a wide variety of flavors and forms, from sweet to savory, and from traditional to modern. This article provides a comprehensive list of popular Japanese snacks.

Traditional Snacks[edit]

Senbei[edit]

Senbei are traditional Japanese rice crackers. They are often flavored with soy sauce and are typically enjoyed with green tea.

Dango[edit]

Dango is a type of Japanese dumpling made from rice flour. It is often served on a skewer and comes in many flavors, such as red bean, green tea, and sesame.

Mochi[edit]

Mochi is a Japanese rice cake made of mochigome, a short-grain japonica glutinous rice. It is traditionally consumed during the Japanese New Year and other special occasions.

Wagashi[edit]

Wagashi are traditional Japanese confections typically made from plant ingredients. They are often served with tea, especially during a traditional Japanese tea ceremony.

Modern Snacks[edit]

Pocky[edit]

Pocky is a popular snack food produced by Ezaki Glico. It consists of a biscuit stick coated with chocolate.

Japanese Kit Kat[edit]

Japanese Kit Kats are known for their wide variety of unique flavors, including matcha, sakura, and wasabi.

Hi-Chew[edit]

Hi-Chew is a chewy candy produced by Morinaga & Company. It comes in a variety of fruit flavors.

Calbee Products[edit]

Calbee Inc. is a major Japanese snack food maker, known for their potato chips and shrimp flavored chips, among others.