Summer is fast approaching and one of the best ways to beat the heat is to drink something cold and refreshing. In this regard, Coca-Cola has always been a steady player in the beverage market. Over the years, they have not only steadily topped the sales when it comes to soda, but they have also…

When it comes to interesting food and drinks to try and buy, Japan is always number one. You are bound to find something unique just by walking into their convenience stores, supermarkets, and even their cafes or restaurants. Aside from water and other regular drinks, they also usually have strange-flavored drinks like cucumber Pepsi, lemon-flavored…

CALPIS, a 98-year-old Japanese cultured drink, has been quite a name over the years. This refreshing white-colored drink with a sweet and tangy flavor quickly became popular among all ages when it first hit the shelves. A post shared by カルピス水玉通信 (@calpis_mizutama) on Sep 19, 2015 at 6:59am PDT Also marketed as “CALPICO” in some…

When it comes to staying healthy, drinking non-alcoholic beer is a good alternative to regular beer. Non-alcoholic beer can have a positive effect on people’s cardiovascular function, is a safe option for women who are pregnant, and is even believed to reduce feelings of anxiety. There are so many non-alcoholic beers in Japan that it…

Muji, or Mujirushi Ryohin, not only provides household products but also offers a range of carbonated drinks. It has started producing many different kinds of sodas including great flavors such as peach, mango, apple, lemon-lime, and orange. It has also created its own version of cola which uses cola essence. Since it is a non-caffeinated…

Summer is synonymous with soda drinks in Japan and there are many companies who are expected to draw the attention of consumers during this season. To coincide with the summer season, Coca-Cola Japan (日本コカ・コーラ) will be introducing five new limited edition bottles which will only be available in certain regions. These bottles will have exclusive…

Japan is the land of amazing beauty and seasonal changes. However, the summer can be brutal with its record humidity and heat. Thank God for the ubiquitous convenience stores and drink vending machines easily available to quench your thirst. The options are endless, from the standard water to even cream corn soup! By far one…

Japanese spring is synonymous with beauty and flowers, especially during the hanami (sakura viewing) season. I love it best when the two come together to form some amazing and sometimes strange flavor combinations. Sadly, cherry blossom season has already come to a close. But do not despair! A pick me up has already been in…

Depending on the season and location in Japan, Japanese Coca-Cola can offer up a treat for your tastebuds. Check out some of the flavours below, as well as their standard Japanese offerings. New Flavours Coca-Cola Lime The newest in the Coke lineup in Japan, this one has a tart kick. Unlike the lemon flavor, which…

Japan is famous for its weird and wacky things. Whether it be its unique food, cosmic gadgets, bizarre themed restaurants or crazy television shows, people tend to associate Japan with innovative and distinctive takes on all kinds of normal things! One thing Japan has taken to new levels is its soft drinks. There are so…