Minion Themed Banana Chocolate Halloween Tarts Released at Ministop Convenience Stores

01.October.2018 | FOOD

Halloween is almost here, which means it time to start getting in the spooky mood. The new Halloween Minion Banana Chocolate Tarts just dropped pre-sales at Ministop branches across Japan on October 2, with general sales beginning on October 17 at AEON Retail.

These tarts are the perfect treat for the Halloween season, featuring designs of Minions from the popular Despicable Me film franchise together with other Halloween motifs like pumpkins and monsters. They are yellow like the Minions and banana flavoured – Minions’ favourite flavour.

The tarts are crunchy and are covered with a white chocolate coating. Inside is a banana flavoured mousse layered like a cheesecake as well as chocolate mousse. The banana and chocolate make for a deliciously rich combination.

Part of the fun of buying these tarts is choosing which one to go for. There are 6 designs to choose from that include Bob, Jerry and Stuart. The packaging too has Minion decorations with Halloween colours.

A special campaign is also being held from October 2. Three lucky people have the chance to win the above Minions Christmas cake by posting their photos of their tarts with the hashtag #トリックオアミニオンタルト on Twitter and Instagram.

 

Get your hands on a cute Minions tart in Japan this Halloween!

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  • Licca-chan Dresses Up as Minion in Cute Collaboration

    04.August.2018 | ANIME&GAME

    Licca-chan is a Japanese dress-up doll series by Takara whose popularity can be compared to that of Barbie in the US. She has teamed up with Despicable Me to receive her very own Minion outfit. This version will go on Sale on August 4 at toy shops, department stores and online in Japan, as well as Takara’s official shopping site Takara Tomy My Mall.

    The collaboration was devised after the Minions won the Japan Character Awards 2018 which was held on March 29, while Licca-chan received an honourable mention.

     

    Licca expressed her love for Minions on her Twitter account. Her dress-up doll outfit features a yellow shirt and denim overall, as well as engineer boots, and a Minion hat with goggles. She also comes with a Tim teddy bear which Bob is always holding in Despicable Me.

    There are over 30 items of Minions merchandise available from Takara Tomy right now. Check the official homepage for more details.

     

    ■Information
    Minion Daisuki Licca-chan

    Price: ¥3,800 (Pre-Tax)
    On Sale: August 4, 2018
    © TOMY:TM & © Universal Studios
    Official Website: takaratomymall.jp

  • Minions Clover Friends Smart Speakers Released by LINE

    21.August.2018 | FASHION

    LINE have released two new Minion models in their Clova Friends smart speaker range on August 21: “Clova Friends (MINIONS Kevin” and “Clova Friends mini (MINIONS Bob). They also released the Clova Friends Dock which comes with a remote control and is compatible with both Clova Friends and Clova Friends mini.

    Clova Friends is a series of cute smart speakers modelled on popular characters such as those in the LINE FRIENDS gang like Brown the bear and Sally the chick.

     

    The speakers are equipped with the AI assistant Clova which, similar to the Amazon Echo, is voice controlled and can update you not only on the news and weather but can play music and tell you fortunes too.

     

    They have been on sale since December last year and make it feel as if you’re really talking to the characters. They can be enjoyed together with friends and family too.

    The newest entry to the character range include the popular Minions from the hit animated movie franchise Despicable Me.

    The two types include the taller Clova Friends Kevin and the shorter Clova Friends mini Bob who has two different eye colours.

     

    You can converse with the Minions using their language with words like “Banana” and “Bello.” You can also say things to them in Japanese like kawaii ne (“Aren’t you cute?”), suki da yo (“I like you”) and tsukareta (“I’m tired”) and they will give a wide range of different reactions. You can also make requests like asking them to do a sum or sing a song.

    The models are also customizable and come with different stickers to change their facial expressions.

     

    The Clova Friends Dock was also released alongside the two models which is compatible with your TV, house lights and air conditioning. Make your life easier by simply giviving a command like “Hey, Clover, turn off the TV” (Nee Clova, terebi o keshite).

     

    There are also future plans to increase the number of compatible electronic devices.

     

    ■Information
    Clova Friends (MINIONS Kevin)
    Available: LINE Clova website and Rakuten Books
    Price: ¥8,640 (Tax Included)
    Clova Friends mini (MINIONS Bob)
    Available: LINE Clova website, Rakuten Books and select electronic stores
    Price: ¥5,400 (Tax Included)Sales location details: https://clova.line.me/where-to-buy/ 

    Clova Friends (MINIONS Kevin)×Clova Friends mini (MINIONS Bob) Set
    Available: LINE Clova website and Rakuten Books

    Price: ¥9,900 (Tax Included)

     

    Clova Friends Dock
    Available: LINE Clova website and select electronic stores

    Price: ¥3,780 (Tax Included)

     

    Clova Friends×Clova Friends Dock Set
    Available: LINE Clova website and select electronic stores

    Price: ¥11,330 (Tax Included)
    *The “Clova Friends (MINIONS Kevin)” and “Clova Friends Dock” set is available on the LINE Clova official website or Rakuen Books only.

     

    Clova Friends mini×Clova Friends Dock Set
    Available: LINE Clova website and select electronic stores

    Price: ¥8,370 (Tax Included)

     

    Clova Friends Minions Official Page: https://clova.line.me/clova-friends/minions/

    LINE Clova Official Website: https://clova.line.me/

     

    ™&©Universal Studios

  • Limited Edition Minions Ice Cream to be Sold This Summer at Baskin-Robbins in Japan

    16.July.2018 | FOOD

    Baskin-Robbins, known as “31” in Japan, will sell a limited edition Minions ice cream this summer from July 17 to August 30. The ice cream is based on the banana-loving Minions from the film series Despicable Me.

    This limited-edition summer flavour is called Minions Meccha Fruits and as the title suggests is packed full of delicious fruit flavours. The orange coloured sourbet contains banana, apple and orange while the green sherbet is a mix of lychee, kiwi and white grape. The orange sourbet is also decorated with edible blue and yellow Minions.

    For this ice cream, the usual Small Double size has been upgraded to the Regular Double at no extra cost and called Minions Double, meaning you get an extra 50%. It’s served in one of three original Minion cups: ‘Aloha,’ ‘Fever!,’ and ‘Tropical.’ It even comes with a Minions spoon.

    If you purchase three Minions Double from August 10 you can get one of the tote bags pictured above for just an extra ¥150.

    If you want something to cool you down even more, then get yourself the Crushed Ice Minion pictured above which combines the Minions ice cream with crunchy shaved ice. There’s also a variety pack box and two other ice creams, Minion Sweets Hunt and Bello! Minion. The seasonal Boo Ya! Minion flavour is also making a return.

    Minions are set to take over Baskin-Robbins. Join the fun!

     

    ■Information
    Minions Mecha Fruits

    Price: Single Regular Size – ¥360

    Available: From July 17, 2018 for a limited time

     

    Minions Double

    Price: ¥470 (*Cup selected randomly)

    Available: July 17, 2018 – August 30, 2018

     

    Crushed Ice Minion

    Price: ¥450

    Available: July 17, 2018 – August 19, 2018

     

    Variety Bag Minion

    Price: Small (6) ¥1,450 / Small (12) ¥2,800 / Regular (6) ¥2,000 / Regular (12) ¥3,380

    Available: July 17, 2018 – August 19, 2018

     

    Minion Sweets Hunt

    Price: ¥4,000

    Size: 19cm x 5cm

    Available: From April 20, 2018

     

    Bello! Minion

    Price: ¥2,850

    Size: 14cm x 5cm

    Available: From April 20, 2018

     

    Boo Ya! Minion

    Price: Single Regular Size – ¥360

    Available: From July 17, 2018 for a limited time

     

    *All prices include tax. Prices differ from store to store.

     

    Baskin Robbins Japan: http://www.31ice.co.jp/

    TM & © Universal Studios

     

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    03.December.2022 | FEATURES / FOOD / SPOT

    Kobe is filled with famous sightseeing spots like the nostalgic Ijinkan neighborhood and port. The city is packed with fashionable shops and restaurants and is highly regarded for its selection of tasty sweets!

    The port city, with over 150 years of history, has fostered a unique and diverse culinary culture.

     

    Recently, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu began starring in a series of promotional videos for the Gastropolis Kobe project. The artist traveled to the city to partake in plenty of delicious treats, and MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON went along for the ride! Here are some of the singer’s favorite spots around town.

    Kobe, known as a city where East meets West, is lined with sweets shops that are unique to the area.

     

    The tea salon TOOTH TOOTH Dekoboko Sabo opened in 2019 in the Kobe City Museum and offers a menu that mixes Western food and sweets with tea and ingredients from traditional Japanese cuisine. Kyary ordered the Dekoboko Sabo Afternoon Tea Set, a collection of western sweets blended with the essence of traditional Japanese flavors. Guests are invited to enjoy their tea and sweets in a one-of-a-kind space filled with Meiji period flare and retro Western furniture. Those interested will need to make a reservation, so be sure to remember the next time you’re in Kobe.

     

    TOOTH TOOTH Decoboco Sabo

    Address: 24 Kyomachi, Chuo Ward, Kobe (Inside the Kobe City Museum)

    Hours: 9:30-17:30 (Last Order at 16:30) 

    Closed Mondays

    Official Site: https://toothtooth.com/restaurant/decoboco-sabo

    The next stop was Kobe Nankin-machi, one of the three major Chinatowns in Japan. Kobe MILK is known nationwide for its Apricot Pudding, which is made with local ingredients. The raw apricot pudding is mixed with milk brought from the foot of Mt. Rokko and other ingredients from Hyogo Prefecture. Of course, Kyary ordered some, and was amazed by its fluffy texture. You can only enjoy it in Kobe–also, the shop sells other puddings mixed with seasonal fruits, so don’t miss those either!

     

    Kobe MILK

    Address: Shin-Motomachi Building 1F (1 Motomachi-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe)

    Hours: Weekdays 9:30-19:00 / Weekends 9:30-19:30

    Official Site: https://kobe-milk.com

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    Kitano Ijin-kan Moore House

    Address: 2-9-3 Kitanocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe

    Hours: 11:00-17:00

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    Official Site: https://www.kitanomoore.com/cafe/

     

    The streets of Kobe are packed with sweets that you can only enjoy if you visit. Why not come experience these incredible spots like Kyary did?

     

    Kobe Sweets Trailer: https://youtu.be/Sx9B1ZdAvlI

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    11.October.2022 | FOOD

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    Halloween Poison Apple

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    Keio Plaza Hotel in Tokyo will hold a special Christmas-themed Sylvanian Families buffet starting November 1, 2022. This is the second Sylvanian Families event following the previous Halloween-themed buffet, which became extremely popular. Some guests even bring their own Sylvanian Families dolls!

     

    Starting in November, visitors can enjoy a full lineup of 20 scrumptious dishes inspired by the cake shop found in Sylvania Village. Some sweets are also inspired by the many beloved characters found in the series, and anyone wanting to get into the Christmas spirit won’t want to miss this exclusive event. For those without a sweet tooth, some light lunches will also be available.

     

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    From September 9 until November 1, Sanrio Puroland is celebrating the spookiest season of the year with the Puro Halloween event. On the first day of the event, guests immediately showed up to enjoy the new additions to the park, including the light show, Halloween photo spot, and an exclusive food menu filled with autumn flavors. 

     

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    Come enjoy the Halloween season with your favorite Sanrio characters, and don’t forget to say “Trick or Treat!” 

     

    © 2022 SANRIO CO., LTD. TOKYO, JAPAN MMP,TX 著作 株式会社サンリオ

  • Yokohama Royal Park Hotel to Hold Halloween Sweets Fair in October

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  • Sanrio Characters to Celebrate Halloween with Special Campaign

    04.September.2022 | FASHION

    Namco will be releasing some exclusive Halloween prizes featuring everyone’s favorite Sanrio characters! The Halloween event will run from September 9 until October 31 at around 200 Namco Amusement Centers nationwide and on the Torumo online crane game mall.

     

    During the campaign, exclusive prizes featuring brand-new designs of popular Sanrio characters will be available in crane game machines!

     

    When ¥500 is inserted into select crane games using the link function of the Namco Point app, an original sticker will be gifted to players! Starting September 16, those collecting three of these original stickers will receive an original pin that looks just like candy! All guests need to do is show their stickers to the staff. 

     

    Collaboration Goods

    Exclusive Clear Shopping Bag (3 varieties)

    Original Sticker (5 varieties)

    Original Candy Pin (5 varieties)

    Blanket

     

    Prizes will also be available from Torumo, an online crane game mall. In addition, a present campaign will be held to select winners to receive a special blanket! To enter, all you need to do is play the target machine three times. During the campaign period, by following a participating store on the Namco Point app, customers will receive a limited edition shopping bag!

     

    Come grab some of these Halloween goods and show off your Sanrio love!

     

    ⓒ ’22 SANRIO CO., LTD. APPR. NO. L633490
    ©Bandai Namco Amusement Inc.

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