I wouldn’t be mistaken when I say that every minute in Japan is a pleasant surprise, and Japanese food is one of the many ways in which this surprise manifests itself. These 10 surprisingly delicious snacks in Japan with peculiar flavours, require time to get used to, but rest assured, they are unique. Travelling around the Land of the Rising Sun involves a lot of hiking, and you are bound to get the munchies. In order to satiate these cravings, convenience stores across Japan stack up on a staggering number of snacks and candies. Sampling these is quite an adventure in itself.

With every bite, you embark upon a journey of flavours, textures, and smells that can be pretty addictive. From being maddeningly delicious to downright weird, delightfully sinful to surprisingly healthy, these goodies are an accurate representation of the wonderland that is Japan. To help you make the most of your time in this food paradise, here are 10 Japanese snacks that will keep you coming back for more.