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Top 10 Asian Snacks To Try This Month

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Northeastern chapter.

Have you ever walked through the snack aisle of an Asian supermarket? The options are endless and sure don’t disappoint! Here is a list of the top ten items you should put in your cart the next time you visit an Asian supermarket (with Amazon links included!).

1. Glico Pocky

 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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These crunchy biscuit sticks are so addicting and come in a variety of flavors that will suit anyone’s tastes!

2. Lotte Koala’s March Cookies

 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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These koala cookies are a classic that promise to melt your creamy cravings away with their amazing fillings!

3. Jin Jin Lychee Coconut Jelly Cups

 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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If you’re a fan of lychee jelly in boba, you should definitely check these out! Pro tip: they’re best refrigerated!

4. Taiyaki

 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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This Japanese snack is typically filled with a red bean paste, but you can also find some with a chocolate filling!

5. Green Tea Kit Kats

 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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A different take on an American classic, these special Japanese Kit Kats are for anyone who is obsessed with matcha!

6. Hi-Chew

 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Hi-Chew is another candy that combines a variety of flavors with a texture similar to Laffy Taffy. 

7. Kasugai Gummies

 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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If you want an alternative to gummy bears, try Kasugai! It offers unique flavors such as lychee, pineapple and kiwi!

8. Marukawa Bubble Gum

 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Sick of regular bubble gum? Check out this alternative with classic Japanese flavors like melon!

9. Calpico Strawberry Drink

 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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If you want a refreshing yet creamy drink, try Calpico! You can either purchase it in the original milky flavor, or the strawberry one featured above.

10. Ramune

 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Looking for an alternative to seltzer? Pop the marble seal at the top to enjoy the carbonated drink, Ramune!

Amy Tan

Northeastern '22

First Year International Affairs Major