PonkumaThese are just my personal favorites.
I hope you find something you’ll love too!
Main Staples
Rice
Harewataru
A gentle, delicate flavor. Perfect for those who enjoy a light and soft taste.
Yumepirika
A rich, glossy rice with a slightly sticky texture and strong natural sweetness. A favorite among rice lovers!
Bread
Pannell White Bread
I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve had this.
Delicious even as-is, but toasted with butter? Absolutely unbeatable.
Donq Croissants
When it comes to croissants, this is our family’s favorite.
Flaky layers and rich buttery aroma—just irresistible!
Miso
Fundokin Miso
Made with Kyushu-grown soybeans.
It’s mildly sweet and smooth—slightly pricey, but now you can find it at supermarkets!
Side Dishes
551 Horai Pork Buns
A classic Osaka souvenir—filling and flavorful.
Try it with Worcestershire sauce. You won’t regret it!
MOS Burger
The first time I tried it, I was blown away…
Katsu & Katsu’s Tonkatsu
Crispy, flaky breading—how do they make it so perfect?
Yamato’s Anago Sushi (Kakinoha-zushi)
Sweetly simmered eel wrapped in persimmon leaves. Sadly no longer available, but unforgettable.
Oisix Japanese Seaweed (Umakashio Nori)
I always keep a stock of this at home—so good!▼
Oisix
Sweets
Western Sweets
Henri Charpentier Financier
Rich aroma from browned butter, moist texture, and high-quality sweetness.
I could eat them forever…
Juchheim Baumkuchen
Soft and moderately sweet. The same delicious taste since forever.
Unagi Pie
Buttery, nutty aroma with a hint of eel extract.
It’s surprisingly good!
Rokkatei Butter Sandwich
Tried it at work—was instantly hooked.
Rum-scented butter cream and soft cookies. So good!
Sanporoku by Ryugetsu
Buttery aroma from Hokkaido butter.
Moist and mildly sweet—perfect balance.
Kyushu Pure Butter Cookies
Crunchy with rich butter aroma. Perfect with black coffee.
Manneken Waffles
These store-bought waffles never disappoint!
Daniel’s Mont Blanc Cake
Not sure if they still sell it—but the chestnut flavor was rich and memorable.
Japanese Sweets
Ajari Mochi
Moist outer layer and delicious filling—so good!
Hakata Torimon
Silky white bean paste with a sweet milky flavor.
Kihasu’s Mitarashi Dango
Not too sweet, slightly smoky sauce with chewy rice balls—delicious harmony.
Tsujiri’s Matcha Parfait
The first time I tried it, I was deeply moved…
Demachi Futaba’s Mame Mochi
Freshly pounded mochi with savory beans. Salty-sweet, chewy perfection.
Dangoshou Dango
Soft and chewy, mildly sweet. Pairs perfectly with tea.