Snack Makers 🍡

Delve into the world of Japanese snacks! Meet local artisans and discover the stories behind beloved treats that are perfect for sharing or enjoying on your travels.

7 mins

Maker’s Story: Hanami-Perfect Snacks by Sakurado from Niigata

Japan’s long-awaited spring time is here! To celebrate the season, our JAPAN RAIL CLUB’s April 2025 Omiyage Snack Box is

7 April 2025

Sue Lynn

8 mins

Curator’s Story: Local Souvenirs from West Tokyo by GRANDUO Tachikawa

Did you know? JAPAN RAIL CLUB collaborates with makers across Japan, particularly within the JR East railway network, with the

13 March 2025

Sue Lynn

7 mins

Maker’s Story: Yokohama’s “Travel Sweets” by Gâteaux de Voyage

“Gâteaux de Voyage” is French for “travel sweets”. Travel sweets are snacks that are designed to last, making them perfect

3 March 2025

Sue Lynn

8 mins

Maker’s Story: Bonito-specialty Maker Shinmarusho from Shizuoka

Discover the soul of Japanese cuisine: dried bonito. This Feburary 2025, JAPAN RAIL CLUB is proud to introduce Shinmarusho’s Dried

3 February 2025

Sue Lynn

9 mins

Maker’s Story: Nanbu Crackers from Iwate by Komatsu Seika

While many makers in the region specialise in nanbu senbei, one company stands out as our “Featured Maker” for the

20 December 2024

Sue Lynn

5 mins

Maker’s Story: Original Squid Crackers from Iwate by Sugata

One local producer has brilliantly combined both of Iwate’s best offerings – nambu senbei and seafood – into their flagship

4 December 2024

Sue Lynn

5 mins

Maker’s Story: Premium Japanese Chestnuts from Kasama Kuri Factory

Kasama Kuri Factory (笠間栗ファクトリー) is a specialty maker dedicated to crafting chestnut-based products using the highest quality Kasama chestnuts in

19 November 2024

Sue Lynn

9 mins

Maker’s Story: Japanese Coffee Culture with Ibaraki-grown SAZA COFFEE

SAZA COFFEE (サザコーヒー) is a testament to Japan’s dedication to excellence and tradition in coffee making. Founded in 1969 in

15 November 2024

Sue Lynn

5 mins

Maker’s Story: Handcrafted Rice Crackers by Fujimido

Founded in 1950 in Katsushika Ward in Tokyo, Maker Fujimido (富士見堂) has been in the business of rice crackers for

26 September 2024

Sue Lynn

6 mins

Maker’s Story: Obuse Chestnut Snacks from Kurian Fumido

Located in the heart of Japan’s main island of Honshu, Nagano (長野県) is a mountainous landlocked pref…

25 August 2024

Sue Lynn

7 mins

Maker’s Story: Shichimi Snacks from Nagano by Yawataya Isogoro

A famous Nagano-grown brand, Yawataya Isogoro has a longstanding history, with their iconic shichimi can is celebrating its 100th anniversary

8 August 2024

Sue Lynn

6 mins

Maker’s Story: Kito Yuzu from Tokushima’s “Golden Village” Ogon no Mura

What is yuzu, what is kuzukiri, and where is Kito Village? JAPAN RAIL CLUB spoke to Ogon no Mura to

31 July 2024

Sue Lynn

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