10 Best Japanese Snacks UK | Pocky Calbee and More

Japan is not only known for its super sweet-tasting strawberries but also for its unique take on Nestlé's classic KitKat. Experience both of these things with this twelve-pack of strawberry-flavoured mini KitKats. 

Each KitKat is covered in smooth white chocolate, strawberry seeds and crushed biscuit to give you that authentic taste. They are also packaged in stylish pink packaging, making them a lovely gift for someone. Make sure to look out for other exclusive and seasonal flavours such as matcha, hojicha and raspberry!

These thinly-sliced potato chips are flavoured with aonori seaweed (which has a stronger flavour than regular nori) and salt. Each crisp has the perfect amount of crunchiness and saltiness to them. Once you open the bag, you won't be able to stop.  

On top of this, this moreish bag of crisps is practical for sharing. With a distinct and delicious umami flavour and an extra-thin cut, it is no wonder they are Japan's best-selling crisps. They are bound to become your new favourite as well. 

Undoubtedly, Pocky is the most recognisable chocolate from Japan. These biscuit sticks covered in creamy milk chocolate are crunchy, sweet and irresistible. They even come in a little box which can be easily passed around, making them an ideal snack to share with friends, family or special someone.

Although they come in many exciting and delicious flavours including Japanese favourites like strawberry and matcha, most Pocky lovers would agree that the original chocolate is the best one. Try them with tea or coffee, or, as the manufacturers suggest, a glass of wine! 

Here's another delicious treat that's popular with children and adults alike. Shaped like bamboo shoots (the name translates to 'bamboo village'), this sweet snack combines a uniquely crispy, crunchy biscuit base with the sweetness of milk chocolate.

Packaged in this cute and colourful box with decorative foil, they would also make a wonderful gift to someone with a love for Japanese food and culture – or, being a nostalgic childhood treat for many Japanese, perhaps someone who's feeling a little homesick.  

Sometimes you just need a little sugar boost to keep your energy up. Hi-Chews are the perfect sweet for taking on the go. Although each individually wrapped candy is relatively small, it is packed full of fruity goodness since they're made with real strawberry juice. 

Smooth and chewy with a long-lasting taste, these little sweets are guaranteed to keep you going throughout the day. Other flavours include apple, mango, banana and kiwi, and they're also available as a bulk buy in case you find yourself getting addicted! 

These rice crackers from Kamedaseika mix the flavours of light soy sauce and sweet rice to make a delicious-tasting snack. A great choice for someone who prefers a slightly lighter and less salty taste, not to mention they're vegan-friendly too. 

You really get your money's worth with this twenty pack of rice crackers, all individually wrapped in packets of two. Yet, the best part is that they taste like they have been freshly made with love!

Dorayaki is one of the most famous Japanese confections. It consists of two pancakes sandwiched together and is traditionally filled with azuki bean paste. If you are a lover of creamy cakes, then you will definitely love these.

This particular dorayaki is a spin on the traditional dessert as it is instead filled with matcha green tea flavoured mascarpone cheese as well as azuki bean paste. The bitterness of the matcha and the sweetness of the bean paste complement each other wonderfully.  

An uncomplicated recipe leads to a great tasting snack. These crispy and large rice crackers (the 'soft' version) are lightly coated with Okinawan salt, which is extracted from the mineral-rich seawater found around this tropical prefecture's coral reef. 

Although they have a more simple flavour compared to some others on this list, they still have a unique and distinctively Japanese taste. These are ideal for those times you need something slightly more filling since there are two crackers in each individually wrapped pack. Definitely worth a try!

Mochi is a sweet rice cake that has a chewy texture. For those looking for a light traditional snack or dessert, this pack of mini mochi cakes made in the Ehime prefecture are a perfect choice. They are made without any gluten or dairy, too. 

Being filled with rich and fragrant citrus means these mochi taste super sweet as well as refreshing. Given that yuzu is a fruit enjoyed in the winter seasons, this would also be an ideal snack for those cold days when you're cosied up at home. If you're wanting to try more seasonal flavours, this brand also offers cherry blossom and roasted soybean variations.

Another much-loved Japanese savoury snack is these spicy crescent-shaped rice crackers mixed with salted peanuts. Each individual cracker is packed full of flavour and gives both a crunch and taste sensation.

Each container contains six individual packs so they are perfect finger food for when you have guests around. Additionally, with their spicy, salty flavour and the added peanuts, they also go rather well alongside a cold beer!