Flavorless (?) Candy, a convenience store product in Japan, spurred debate over what the “taste of nothingness” tastes like, if anything. By Hisako Ueno and Mike Ives Reporting from Tokyo and Seoul A ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Have you ever heard of "kohakutou" (it translates to "amber candy" in English), otherwise known as Japanese crystal candy? If this is the ...

One of the first things you notice in any Japanese supermarket, is the insane variety of candy available. The selection changes weekly, determined by the demand for various brands. However, there are ...

A gummy candy corner, with a colorful arrangement of packages, is seen at a convenience store in Tokyo on Aug. 26, 2025. (Mainichi/Kazuki Sakuma) TOKYO -- Sales of gummy candy at supermarkets, ...