New Japanese Snacks This Week – July Week 3, 2025

Welcome to our weekly spotlight on newly released Japanese snacks. Every week, we share a curated selection of the freshest and most unique snacks hitting store shelves across Japan. Whether you're into limited-edition flavors, regional ingredients, or seasonal specials, this update is your front-row seat to what’s new in Japan’s snack scene.

This jumbo-sized crispy ramen snack recreates the bold flavor of Tsukiji Gindaco’s popular Cheese Mentaiko takoyaki. The dough is infused with rich mentaiko mayonnaise and cheese powder, then finished with a flavorful cheese mentaiko mayo-style seasoning. It is a savory and umami-packed snack with a satisfying crunch, perfect for fans of Japanese street food or anyone craving something bold and cheesy.

Oyatsu Company Baby Star Dodekai Ramen – Takoyaki Sauce Flavor (Tsukiji Gindaco Collaboration)

This extra-large crispy ramen snack captures the iconic flavor of Tsukiji Gindaco’s famous takoyaki with crisp outer shells and rich savory taste. The dough is mixed with the same takoyaki sauce used in their stores, along with bits of aonori seaweed and pickled ginger chips for extra depth. It delivers the full street food experience in a crunchy and snackable form.

Calbee Pizza Potato Chips – Genovese Basil Flavor

These thick-cut potato chips are topped with gooey melted cheese using Calbee’s signature “Melt Flake” method, creating a rich and satisfying bite. The flavor blends basil, onion, parsley, oregano, and black pepper to capture the complex taste of Genovese sauce. It is a bold twist on the classic Pizza Potato, offering a herby, savory punch that stands out with every crunchy chip.

Kracie Fossil Excavation! Hore Hore Ramune

Break through colorful ramune layers using a spoon to uncover fossil-shaped candy inside. You can mix two flavors, fruity and soda, to create edible layers and top them with jelly for extra texture. With eight possible fossil shapes, it is a fun and tasty excavation experience for kids.

Kanro Shizuku no Houseki Gummy – Shine Muscat Flavor

These soft and juicy gummies are made with rich syrup soaked from upcycled Shine Muscat grapes, creating a luxurious fruit flavor. Inspired by the starry skies and mountains of Southern Shinshu, the packaging reflects the natural beauty behind this eco-friendly treat.

Fujiya Noukou Butter Sablé

This rich butter cookie offers a crumbly texture and deep buttery flavor made with plenty of real butter. It is a simple yet indulgent treat perfect for butter lovers.

Calbee Potato Chips – Seafood Flavor

These savory chips are seasoned with a blend of shrimp, squid, clam, and scallop powders, delivering a rich seafood umami in every bite. A perfect snack for fans of ocean flavors.

Natori Ao Shiso Salami

These bite-sized salami snacks are blended with plenty of fragrant green shiso, offering a refreshing twist on a savory favorite. Easy to enjoy and full of flavor.

Natori Chee-Tara – Salted Edamame Flavor

This chewy cheese and fish snack is flavored with the natural sweetness of edamame, balanced with a touch of salt. A savory and satisfying treat with a unique Japanese twist.

Natori Tsubu Shio Ume

These seedless dried plums are coated with coarse salt, offering a bold mix of sourness and savory saltiness. A punchy and addictive snack for ume lovers.

Tohato Poteco – Light Salt Flavor

These crispy potato ring snacks are seasoned with salt from Okinawa’s beautiful seas, bringing out the natural flavor of the potato. A simple and satisfying savory treat.

Bourbon Konya no Kutsurogi Mix – Garlic and Shrimp Flavor

This relaxing snack mix combines four bite-sized treats, including crunchy snacks and almonds, seasoned with savory garlic and shrimp flavor. A perfect portion for a cozy night in.

Bourbon Mini Cheese Okaki – Garlic and Tomato Flavor

These mini rice crackers are seasoned with garlic and tomato, then filled with smooth cheese cream. The blend of savory flavors creates a rich yet snackable treat you won’t get tired of.

Bourbon Piccola – Garlic Salt Sauce Flavor

This crispy, non-fried rice snack is packed with bold garlic and savory salt sauce seasoning. Light in texture but full of punchy flavor, it is perfect for when you crave something strong and satisfying.

Bourbon Gachi Jaga – Garlic and Chicken Flavor

These rugged, lattice-cut potato chips deliver a bold garlic and chicken flavor with a satisfying crunch. Hearty and flavorful, they make a great snack or pairing with drinks.

Seven Premium Choco Yaki Chatta – Matcha Flavor

This baked chocolate snack features a rich matcha taste with deep umami and gentle bitterness. The smooth, earthy flavor fills your mouth and leaves a clean, refreshing finish. A must-try for matcha lovers.

Seven Premium Choco Yaki Chatta – Salt Chocolate Flavor

This baked chocolate snack balances sweet and salty with just the right touch of sea salt. Light and easy to enjoy, it is a refreshing chocolate treat perfect for summer.

Morinaga Milk Caramel – Mango Pudding Flavor

This caramel captures the tropical sweetness of mango pudding with a rich milky twist. A unique blend of fruity and creamy flavors in every chewy bite.

Morinaga Hi-Chew Assort – Tropical Mix

This tropical assortment features banana, pineapple, and mango flavors, faithfully recreated from the Taiwanese version. A chewy and fruity mix that brings a taste of the tropics.

Morinaga Choco Ball – Pineapple Cake Flavor

Crispy biscuits are coated in pineapple cake-flavored chocolate, combining fruity sweetness with a satisfying crunch. A light and snackable treat, perfect for summer.

Kanro Kenko Nodo Ame – Chilled Ginger Lemon Flavor

This throat candy features a smooth ginger lemon taste made with Japanese ginger extract. The soft syrup center adds a refreshing, honey-like texture, perfect for cooling down in summer.

Lotte Crunky – Salt Vanilla

This white chocolate bar blends sweet vanilla with a touch of pink rock salt and crunchy salted chips for a sweet and salty balance. Chill it for an extra crisp, refreshing texture.

Want to try snacks like these without flying to Japan?

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If there's a specific snack you’d like to try from this week’s lineup, you can also request it in our Ema Japanese Snack Box, a customizable box made just for you.

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