Sugar Butter Tree is definitely a must-buy souvenir when visiting Japan! Crisp cereal cookies coated with butter and sugar sandwich a rich white chocolate filling. They’re crunchy, aromatic, and sweet without being too heavy—you can’t help but eat one after another.
I bought several boxes to bring back to Taiwan for friends and family, and everyone loved them. No wonder there’s always a long line whenever I pass the store. If you love cookies, be sure to add Sugar Butter Tree to your Japan shopping list!
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HAKATA DEITOS
Conveniently located next to JR Hakata Station, this commercial facility is in the largest building in Kyushu “JR Hakata City.” On its floors B1, F1 and F2, nearly 60 shops provide tasty food, general goods, fashion, souvenirs, etc.
The souvenir shopping area at HAKATA DEITOS, right next to Hakata Station, is a souvenir lover’s paradise!
There’s no need to visit multiple places since you can find nearly all of Fukuoka’s most popular specialties here, including Kayanoya products, mentaiko, Hakata Torimon, Chikushi mochi, Western-style sweets, shrimp crackers, and limited-edition snacks. The layout is easy to navigate, and many stores offer samples, so you can try things before deciding. It’s easy to end up with a whole bag full of goodies! This is the most convenient place to shop before catching a train or flight.
If you want to check off your entire souvenir list in one stop, I highly recommend DEITOS! -
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Shiroi Koibito
Everyone in Japan knows Hokkaido’s sweets, “Shiroi Koibito.” Ishiya Co., Ltd.was an ordinary candy maker to begin with, but utilizing quality ingredients in Hokkaido changed them into the producer of the classic dessert. More than 40 years passed since its beginning, but it is still the beloved souvenir of Hokkaido to this day.
Shiroi Koibito is truly a must-buy classic souvenir from Hokkaido!
The crisp langue de chat cookies are filled with rich white chocolate. They have a wonderful milky flavor and delicate texture, with just the right amount of sweetness, so they never feel too rich. They’re even better chilled—the chocolate becomes extra smooth, making them perfect for summer too.
Even though they’ve been around for years, I still want to buy several boxes every time I visit Japan. They’re perfect for enjoying yourself or giving as a classy gift. To me, they’re an irreplaceable signature sweet from Hokkaido. -
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Sapporo Agricultural College Hokkaido Milk Cookies
Hokkaido, is Japan’s beloved “kingdom of dairy”, an apt nickname due to its booming dairy industry. Outside of the sheer production volume of milk and butter, the quality and flavor of Hokkaido’s dairy products are heralded by many as some of the best in Japan.
Sapporo Agricultural College cookies were one of the most impressive souvenirs I tried on this trip!
Made with Hokkaido milk, butter, and flour, these cookies are crumbly yet slightly moist. They have a rich milky flavor without being overly sweet, and the more you chew, the more you can taste the natural dairy goodness. The simple recipe makes them incredibly addictive—I ate several before I knew it.
They pair wonderfully with coffee or black tea and make a classic souvenir that truly represents Hokkaido. I definitely recommend bringing home a box to try! -
