The perfect pairing - take a sip and take a bite
Drinking Snacks
As the year races to a close, some still scramble to meet targets, while others are just ready to let loose. Our “Bōnenkai” themed box is a year-end treat for drained souls desperately needing to get their party on!
One glimpse of the vibrantly-colored snacks instantly evokes a festive mood. We’ve carefully curated appetizing pairings to get every guest at your shindig eating merrily and drinking freely. Spicy crisps excite the palate while sweet candies provide blissful relief.
But above all, we hope this box can sprinkle extra cheer into gatherings with friends and family alike. No matter how frustrating this year has been, toss it all aside temporarily. Pick up those cups, pass around delish snacks, laugh out loud, and make merry leaving all the unpleasantness behind!
The snacks provide great fodder for banter. “Fried Chicken Skin Snack? Would you dare to eat it? I can’t handle this spicy rice cracker challenge!”
Get ready to poke fun while savoring surprising treats as you ring out 2024 in true Japanese style! Kampai!!! 🥂🎉👘
Every Taste and Story, All in One Box
By Tsujimo
Okaki wasbi soy sause mayonnaise taste
The "Okaki wasabi soy sauce mayonnaise taste" included in the "Utage (bonenkai) box" was specially made with the theme of rice crackers that go well with alcohol. Wasabi and soy sauce form the base, and mayonnaise is blended to make it suitable for pairing with alcoholic beverages.
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Common allergens: soy, egg,
Also contains: N/A
By Kobe Nuts Yui
Kaki no Tane (Plum & Wasabi flavors)
"Kaki no Tane" is the most popular snack for drinking at home in Japan. This time we have arranged uncommon plum and wasabi flavors. The plum flavor has a hint of acidity, so one bite will increase your thirst and make you want to drink more alcohol. The wasabi flavor may even give you a sensation similar to eating sushi!
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Common allergens: N/A
Also contains: N/A
By Takuma Foods Co., Ltd.
Vegetable Curry Snack
A curry-flavored snack made from freeze-dried potatoes, okra, and eggplant. The freeze-drying process preserves the shape and flavor of the vegetables. In addition, a vacuum-frying process is used to eliminate grease, making it a healthy snack option.
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Common allergens: wheat, egg, milk, peanuts, soy, chicken, pork, mackerel
Also contains: N/A
By Katayama Co., Ltd. (Since 1887)
Oyatsu Nori (seaweed)
Want to have a snack with alcohol but are worried about the calories? Try "Oyatsu Nori"! There are only 29 calories per bag. Seaweed is also rich in dietary fiber. It is topped with wasabi powder from Shizuoka Prefecture on seaweed from Japanese waters, giving it a distinctive taste with a little spice.
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Common allergens: wheat, soy
Also contains: N/A
Vegetarian
By Motomura Seika
Saga-Han Maru-Bolo
Maru-Bolo is one of the most iconic Western-style sweets of Saga Prefecture, with a history of over 400 years. It is also said to be Japan's oldest Western-style confection. "Bolo" means cake in Portuguese. From the past to the present, enjoy a traditionally-made treat.
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Common allergens: wheat, egg
Also contains: honey
By KIRARA CORPORATION
Shinagawa-Maki
This is a type of rice cracker where nori (seaweed) is rolled around a thin and elongated mochi. The Shinagawa region in Tokyo has been known as a nori-producing area since the Edo period. Seasoned with strong soy sauce flavor, it is sure to become addictive when enjoyed with some cold sake.
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Common allergens: wheat, soy, chicken, mackerel
Also contains: Seafood extract
By Tokunaga Seika (Since 1872)
Okonomi Sauce Peanuts
Tokunaga Seika, located in Hiroshima Prefecture, has been crafting bean-based confectionery for over 140 years. These confections are uniquely flavored with a sauce that features the same flavor of Hiroshima's famous specialty dish, okonomiyaki.
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Common allergens: peanuts, wheat, soy, shrimp, squid, chicken, pork
Also contains: N/A
By Yahata Farm
Kakogawa Snack Pasta
Yahata Eino is located in Kakogawa City in Hyogo Prefecture. They do not use the herbicide glyphosate during cultivation, making their food healthier to eat. This snack version of pasta primarily uses the cut-off ends of real pasta.
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Common allergens: wheat
Also contains: N/A
Vegetarian
By Yamato Seika
Kame-Sen
Despite its rugged appearance, Kame Senbei is a sweet rice cracker with a light taste. "Kame" means "turtle" in Japanese. It earned this name because it resembles the shell of a turtle. Turtles are considered a symbol of longevity in Japan and are considered an auspicious animal. Kame Senbei is a classic snack enjoyed in Kumamoto Prefecture.
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Common allergens: wheat, soy
Also contains: honey
Vegetarian
By Yamato Seika
Aji Curry
"Aji Curry" is a popular snack in Kyushu, including Nagasaki, enjoyed as a snack while drinking. It has been loved for over 60 years. The savory curry flavor pairs perfectly with a beer.
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Common allergens: wheat
Also contains: N/A
Vegetarian
By Neo Foods TAKEMORI
Fried Chicken Skin - Wasabi
The crispy texture and salty flavor of chicken skin is a classic menu item in Japanese izakaya. It goes especially well with beer and carbonated drinks. The pungent aroma of wasabi adds an extra kick to stimulate the appetite. This is a must-have for bonenkai parties.
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Common allergens: chicken, wheat, soy
Also contains: N/A
By Takuma Foods Co., Ltd.
Pickled Ginger Tempura
Pickled ginger refers to the red pickled ginger often served as a condiment with gyudon (beef & rice bowl). Tempura made with red ginger is commonly enjoyed in the Kansai region, including Osaka. Red ginger is believed to have a warming effect on the body.
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Common allergens: wheat, soy, chicken, pork, mackerel
Also contains: N/A
By Seika Foods
Hyoroku Mochi
This is a type of rice cake that includes roasted soybean flour, matcha, seaweed, and sweet white bean paste. Long ago, there was a brave young man named Hyoroku. He single-handedly went to defeat a mischievous wild fox causing villagers trouble. This snack is based on this legend.
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Common allergens: soy
Also contains: N/A
Vegetarian
By TANAKA SEIAN Co., Ltd.
Boiled Edamame
Edamame contains methionine, vitamin B1, and vitamin C, which facilitate the smooth breakdown of alcohol. It is the perfect food to accompany drinking. The edamame used as the base for this product is grown with fertilizer containing seaweed extract, is called "zinc soybean" and is from Hokkaido.
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Common allergens: soy
Also contains: N/A
Vegan
By Hayakawa Shoyu Miso Co., Ltd. (Since 1885)
Instant Miso Powder Mix
You can have instant miso soup made with only simple, additive-free ingredients. Just mix it in 160ml (2/3 cup) of hot water, and you can enjoy authentic miso soup. Having a food product that is both "additive-free" and "high-quality" has long been considered an impossible feat, but the company has been doing this for over 100 years with their traditional technology.
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Common allergens: soy
Also contains: N/A
Vegan
By AZUMA CHEMICAL CO.,LTD
Hinoakane Japanese Tea
This is a green tea made using Sun Rouge tea leaves from Tokunoshima Island in Kagoshima Prefecture. It contains catechins (epigallocatechin gallate), flavonols, and other polyphenols, as well as anthocyanins. It also has the potential to help control post-meal blood sugar spikes.
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Allergens: N/A
Labels: Additive free, Vegan
