With just a small bit of ingenuity, turn everyday food into something cute using Kaori’s Easy Recipe! With a few simple ideas, an ordinary recipe magically transforms into a cute dish.
Today’s recipe will show you how to make a simple ice cream made with frozen strawberries and a blender.
Ingredients
500g frozen strawberries (either store bought or self-frozen)
120ml condensed milk
Sliced white chocolate to make Hello Kitty
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Defrost around 3/10 of the frozen strawberries until they are more soft than frozen, allowing them to be blended more easily.
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Throw the defrosted strawberries into a blender along with the condensed milk and blend.
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Place the blended mix into a ziplock bag and place into the freezer. After about an hour, massage the mix while it’s still inside the bag. Repeat this whole process 2-3 times. Doing this will make the ice cream tastier.
Once fully set, place into a serving cup of your choice, use sliced white chocolate to make your chocolate Hello Kitty, and serve!
Kaori invites you into her world of character-themed food dishes in her recipe series. Be sure to check out her Instagram where she has uploaded many pictures of her character dishes!
Kaori Kubota (@kaopan27)
I live in Hokkaido and I love to make character themed foods, desserts and pastries♡
I want to see my family smile, so I enjoy putting in a bit of effort to make character foods and changing food into something cute♡
You can see more of my character foods and character bento boxes on my Instagram page → @kaopan72
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With just a small bit of ingenuity, turn everyday food into something cute using Kaori’s Easy Recipe! With a few simple ideas, an ordinary recipe magically transforms into a cute dish.
Today, I’ll be showing you a dreamy recipe on how to make the healthy Taiwanese snack douhua topped with Yukimi Daifuku mochi ice cream.
Ingredients
400ml soy milk
2-g Lakanto (Zero-calorie natural sweetener)
Pinch of salt
8g gelatin (dissolved in 1 tbsp water)Pre-preparations
Stick bear-shaped sliced chocolate around the side of a glass and leave to set in the refrigerator.1.
Warm soy milk and Lakanto in a saucepan until the Lakanto is completely dissolved.2.
Add the gelatin and mix until fully dissolved.3.
Leave the mix to cool. Once cooled, remove the glass from the refrigerator and pour the mix into the glass. Place back into the fridge until it sets.4.
Add sliced almonds and use a chocolate pen on Yukimi Daifuku to create Korilakkuma’s face, or a face of your choice.5.
Remove the glass from the fridge and add the Yukimi Daifuku. Choose your choice of toppings, like soy flour and brown sugar syrup, then enjoy!
Kaori invites you into her world of character-themed food dishes in her recipe series. Be sure to check out her Instagram where she has uploaded many pictures of her character dishes!
Kaori Kubota (@kaopan27)
I live in Hokkaido and I love to make character themed foods, desserts and pastries♡
I want to see my family smile, so I enjoy putting in a bit of effort to make character foods and changing food into something cute♡
You can see more of my character foods and character bento boxes on my Instagram page → @kaopan72 -
With just a small bit of ingenuity, turn everyday food into something cute using Kaori’s Easy Recipe! With a few simple ideas, an ordinary recipe magically transforms into a cute dish.
In today’s recipe, I’ll be showing you how I made a batch of Pompompurin cheese tarts made using store-bought tart cups.
Ingredients (Makes 9-10)
9-10 store bought tart cups
200g cream cheese (brought to room temperature)
20-30g sugar
1 egg yolk
50ml fresh cream
8g potato starch (katakuriko)
Vanilla beans to taste (can be substituted for vanilla extract)
1 tbsp lemon juiceStep 1
Pour the following ingredients into a bowl in this order: cream cheese→sugar→egg yolk→vanilla beans→fresh cream→potato starch. Mix well. Make sure when you put the potato starch in last that you sprinkle it thinly.Step 2
Bake the tart cups in an oven at 180℃ for 15-20 minutes. If you don’t have store-bought cups, you can use small cocotte dishes.Step 3
Leave to cool. Now you can start drawing the face.
For the hat I used sliced chocolate, for the ears sliced cheese, and for the facial features a chocolate pen.
Once you’ve drawn the face, it’s time to tuck in!
Kaori invites you into her world of character-themed food dishes in her recipe series. Be sure to check out her Instagram where she has uploaded many pictures of her character dishes!
Kaori Kubota （@kaopan27）
I live in Hokkaido and I love to make character themed foods, desserts and pastries♡
I want to see my family smile, so I enjoy putting in a bit of effort to make character foods and changing food into something cute♡
You can see more of my character foods and character bento boxes on my Instagram page → @kaopan72
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Tokyo’s Hotel New Otani has announced a new single-person plan in collaboration with Sanrio’s popular Kogimyun character, and will offer a limited number of two rooms per day from January 4 until May 31, 2022.
Cogimyun is the female version of Cogimyon, and placed 10th in the 2021 Sanrio Character Awards. Her fluffy and fragile appearance has made her a hit with Sanrio fans.
The room is completely decorated in Cogimyun style, and guests can take home five pieces of original merchandise made for this collaboration.
From the moment guests enter the room, they will be completely surrounded by all things Cogimyun! Pastel colors and special Cogimyun illustrations line the space, with many drawn exclusively for the collaboration.
Guets can also download a special app that will allow them to hear Cogimyun welcoming them to the room. They will also be able to take pictures with the character using AR technology.
© ’21 SANRIO CO., LTD. APPR. NO. S621747 S/F・G
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Cogimyun Collaboration Plan
Running: January 4 – May 31, 2022 *2 rooms available per day
Price:
1 room, 1 guest: ¥38,000~
1 room, 2 guests: ¥60,000～
※Rates include room, breakfast, tax, and service charges.
※Reservations for April and May will be open at the end of February.
Details: https://www.newotani.co.jp/tokyo/stay/plan/cogimyun/Official Site: https://www.newotani.co.jp
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MINI SOF, a shop specializing in soft-serve ice cream since 1980, is now offering products in collaboration with the popular Sanrio character My Melody! A limited number of sweets and goodies will be available until January 31, 2022, with New Year grab bags containing special coupons for sale until January 9, 2022.
W Rich Soft-Serve Ice Cream
My Melody Collaboration Campaign
2022 Lucky Bag
Blanket
Desktop Calendar
Tote Bag
Soft-Serve Vanilla Ice Cream (with Strawberries and Chocolate) with Original Glass
Pink
Purple
Double Rich Strawberry Waffle Cone Soft-Serve with My Melody Collaboration Sleeve
Sleeve Design 1
Sleeve Design 2
Sleeve Design 3
Double Rich Strawberry Shortcake
My Melody Original Pouch
Design 1
Design 2
My Melody Original Keychain
Acrylic Keychain Design 1
Acrylic Keychain Design 2
Participating Characters
My Melody
Kuromi
My Sweet Piano
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My Melody Collaboration Campaign
Running: December 30, 2021 – January 31, 2022
*MINI SOF limited-edition pouches and acrylic keychains will also be available.2022 Lucky Bag
*Limited to two bags per person.
Available: December 30, 2021 – January 9, 2022
Coupon Expiration Date: January 31, 2022
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Bandai Candy has begun selling the second round of Demon Slayer-themed tarts! This time, the family-sized treats will feature the taste of two varieties of cheesecake, and will be available at select AEON, AEON Style, MaxValu, and Daiei locations throughout Japan.
Each tart features characters from the popular Demon Slayer anime series with smiles on their faces. With a two-layered structure, customers can enjoy the flavor of baked cheesecake and gelatin cheesecake. Characters included are Tanjiro, Nezuko, Zenitsu, Giyu, Inosuke, Kyojuro, Shinobu, and Kanao.
(C)吾峠呼世晴／集英社・アニプレックス・ufotable
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Demon Slayer Big Tart Round Two ~Two Types of Cheesecake~
Price: ¥537 each (Tax Included)
Available Now
Where to Buy:
AEON / AEON Style (Honshu, Shikoku, Kyushu)
MaxValu (Kanto, Hokuriku, West Japan)
Daiei’s Chilled Dessert Corner
※Products only available in limited quantities.
※Only available at participating stores.
Details: https://www.bandai.co.jp/candy/products/2021/4549660736721000.html
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Alice in Wonderland’ Inspired Afternoon Tea Served at Aoyama St. Grace Cathedral for Seven Days Only
For seven days only from January to April 2022, the Aoyama St. Grace Cathedral wedding hall will open its doors to those wanting their fill of Alice in Wonderland-inspired sweets! ‘Alice’s Tea Party’ will be an afternoon tea experience you’ll never forget, and reservations are required.
The limited-time-only afternoon tea will feature a variety of adorable sweets that look like they popped out of a picture book, from Berry and Pistachio Bunny Ears Mousse to the Queen’s Chandelier Butter Sandwich Cookies decorated like playing cards. Each sweet makes use of seasonal ingredients like strawberries, perfect with chocolate dips, petite tarts, and macaroons.
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Sweets Palette Afternoon Tea ‘Alice’s Tea Party’
Running:
January 19, 2022
February 2, February 9
March 2, March 9, March 16
April 6 *Reservations Required
Times:First Seating 12:15-13:45（Open at 12:00)
Second Seating 14:45-16:15（Open at 14:30)
Price: ¥4,500 per person (Tax and Service Charge Included)
Address: Aoyama St. Grace Cathedral Guest House (3-9-14 Kita-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo)Access: 3-minute walk from Omotesando Station Exit A1 on Ginza Line / Chiyoda Line / Hanzomon Line
Reservations: https://www.bestbridal.co.jp/guestparty/tokyo/akasaka_aoyama_omotesando/stgrace_aoyama/2022event-10/ -
Tokyo’s Hotel New Otani has opened reservations for a Cogimyun-inspired room! With only two rooms available per day, the collaboration will run from January 4 until May 31, 2022.
Original Goods – Hairband / Compact Mirror / Acrylic Stand / Mini Tote Bag / Slippers
Cogimyun is the female version of Cogimyon, and placed 10th in the 2021 Sanrio Character Awards. Her fluffy appearance has been drawing in more and more fans over the years, and this collaboration room is celebrating her emerging popularity!
The room is completely decorated in Cogimyun swag, and guests can take home five pieces of original merchandise made for this collaboration.
© ’21 SANRIO CO., LTD. APPR. NO. S621747 S/F・G
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Hotel New Otani x Kogimyun
Reservations Open
Available: January 4 – May 31, 2022 *Limited to 2 rooms each dayOnline Reservations Only
How to Reserve: https://www.newotani.co.jp/tokyo/stay/plan/cogimyun/
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The Strings Hotel Yagoto NAGOYA in Aichi Prefecture is holding the ‘Strawberry Neverland – Tinkerbell in Love Sweets Buffet’ at it’s sweets restaurant SCALA Terrace from January 15 until March 31, 2022. These limited-time desserts will use seasonal strawberries and pistachios.
Inspired by Peter Pan, the space will feature cute and refreshing sweets that will make guests think of the adorable fairy Tinkerbell. The ‘Tinkerbell in Love – Raspberry Lime Mousse’ is covered in the character’s fairy dust, and is highly recommended by the restaurants chef patissier. A total of 16 desserts will be available, with some featuring edible flowers and other fantasy-inspired decorations. Those wanting something a little heavier can enjoy slow-cooked Indian Curry and Farfalle Cream Pasta. The space will also feature plenty of photo spots, so be sure to take some pictures with the person you love!
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Strawberry Neverland – Tinkerbell in Love Sweets Buffet
Running: January 15, 2022 – March 31, 2022
Location: Maison de FLEUR 3F
Details/Reservations: https://www.strings-hotel.jp/yagoto/restaurant_plan/terrace_strawberry_db
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The Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka will hold a ‘Strawberry Fair’ at four of its restaurants starting on January 1, 2022!
Little Red Riding Hood (Mascarpone and Berry Mousse)
Forest Friend (Cream Puff), Friendly Bear Macaroons
Forest Tree Stump (Nuts & Pistachio Cake)
Menu featuring Strawberry Items
Cafe & Gourmet Shop ‘Cafe Bell’
Running: January 15 – February 28, 2022
Sweets
Strawberry Brioche Sandwich / Strawberry Pudding / Strawberry Pistachio / Strawberry Tart / Strawberry Shortcake
Bread
Strawberry Cannelé de Bordeaux / Strawberry & Almond Chocolate Danish / Strawberry and Cream Cheese Flute
Chinese Restaurant ‘Shisen’
Running: January 6 – February 28, 2022
Strawberry Apricot Tofu / Strawberry Pudding
‘Bar eu’
Running: January 1 – February 28, 2022
Strawberry Grasshopper / Strawberry Milk for Adults / Strawberry Mojito
※Menu items subject to change depending on availability.
※Please inform the staff of any food allergies in advance.Information
Strawberry Fair ~Little Red Riding Hood & Friends in the Forest~
Running: January 15 – February 27, 2022 *Only on Weekends/Holidays
Hours: 15:00-17:00 (Last Order at 16:30) *Tables Reserved for 90 minutes
Price: ¥5,000 (Adults) / ¥2,500 (Children) / ¥1,000 (Children under 4)
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka 21F Buffet Restaurant ‘Top of Miyako’
Hours: 7:00-10:00 (Last Order at 9:30) / 11:30-15:00 (Last Order at 14:30) / 17:00-21:00 *17:30-21:00 on January 2 (Last Order at 20:30)
*Open for dinner only on weekends and holidays. Also open on Fridays in December.
*Lunch hours during the sweets buffet are 11:30:-14:00.
https://www.miyakohotels.ne.jp/osaka/restaurant/list/topofmiyako/sweets_buffet_strawberry.html
Cafe & Gourmet Shop ‘Cafe Bell’
Hours: 8:00-19:00 (Take-out) / 8:00-18:00 (Eat-in)
https://www.miyakohotels.ne.jp/osaka/restaurant/list/cafebell/index.html
Chinese Restaurant ‘Shisen’
Hours: 11:30-14:30 / 17:00-21:00 (Last Order at 20:30)
https://www.miyakohotels.ne.jp/osaka/restaurant/list/shisen/index.html
Sheraton Miyako Hotel Osaka 2F ‘Bar eu’
Hours: 17:00-22:00 (Last Food Order at 21:00)
https://www.miyakohotels.ne.jp/osaka/restaurant/list/bar_eu/index.html
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SLURR and Sanrio have come together for an adorable new collection now on sale at STRIPE CLUB and ZOZOTOWN. The theme for the collection is ‘togetherness.’
Lineup
Hand-Holding Charms (6 varieties)
Cushion Cover (6 varieties)
Sticker (6 varieties)
Drawstring Bag and Scrunchie Set (6 varieties)
2-way Ribbon Knit Sweater (6 varieties)
The illustrations seen on these items were specifically drawn for this collaboration.
Sanrio characters are seen holding hands, hugging, and cuddling together to fit with the wholesome theme of ‘togetherness.’ The six groups are Hello Kitty & Dear Daniel, Pochacco & Pomponpurin, Cinnamoroll & Hangyodon, Kuromi & Badtz-Maru, Little Twin Stars, and My Melody & Wish Me Mel.
Which pairing is your favorite?
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SLURR x Sanrio Characters
Product Details: https://stripe-club.com/x/202112_slurr_sanrio_press
Where to Buy:
On Sale Now from STRIPE CLUB
STRIPE CLUB: https://stripe-club.com/slurr/
※Items and availability period subject to change.
※Separate payments must be made for currently available items and those on preorder.ZOZOTOWN （https://zozo.jp/search/?p_tpcsid=1592384)
※Items and availability period subject to change.
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The koe lobby on the first floor of hotel koe Tokyo is now selling the traditional English dessert Strawberry Eton Mess for a limited time.
Eton Mess is made with a mixture of strawberries, meringue, and whipped cream, and is popular during the holiday season!
koe lobby’s Eton Mess features a baked meringue with a crispy texture, homemade sweet and sour strawberry sauce, and fluffy cream and fresh strawberries. If you’re in the area, be sure to order one before they’re gone!
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Available: Starting December 21, 2021
Available Hours: 12:00-18:00 (Last Order at 17:30)
*While supplies last.
Price: ¥850 (Tax Included)
*Drink Set: ¥1,290 (Tax Included)
Address: koe lobby (3-7 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo)
Hours: 7:30-12:00 (Breakfast, Last Order at 11:30) / 12:00-15:00 (Lunch, Last Order at 14:30) / 15:00-20:00 (Tea Time, Last Order at 19:30)
*After 18:00 only drinks and bread are served.
Official Site: https://hotelkoe.com/food/
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Tokyo Gift Palette, located near the Yaesu North Gate at Tokyo Station, offers a wide selection of unique souvenirs. From December 26, 2021 until January 11, 2022, the location will be holding the Exciting New Year’s Fair, with the Strawberry Sweets Fair coming soon after from January 5 until January 25, 2022.
Konigs-Krone Luxury ‘Strawberry Parfait’
Patisserie Ginza Sembikiya ‘Strawberry Omelet’
Strawberry Shop by FRANCAIS ‘Strawberry Parfait’
*Only available at Tokyo Gift Palette
Tokyo Kaikan ‘Reward Parfait ~Strawberry & Chestnut~
Strawberry Shop by FRANCAIS ‘Fresh Strawberry Milk Cake’
Oosumi Tamaya ‘Strawberry Daifuku’
Oosumi Tamaya ‘Chinese New Year Daifuku’
Tokyo Kaikan ‘Chocolate & Orange Tart’
Paq & Mog Terrace ‘Calbee and Tokyo Banana Bonito & Kelp Umami Dashi Potato Chips
The New Year’s Fair will feature cute cakes and sweets inspired by the Chinese Zodiac, along with traditional Japanese goods. The Strawberry Sweets Fair will see a number of popular goodies on sale, including desserts that won top prizes in the ‘Favorite Fruit Survey’ conducted by Tokyo Gift Palette on Instagram in June 2021.
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Exciting New Year’s Fair
Running: December 26, 2021 – January 11, 2022
Strawberry Sweets Fair
Running: January 5 – January 25, 2022
Details: https://www.tokyoeki-1bangai.co.jp/tokyogiftpalette/
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From December 31, 2021, until January 3, 2022, Ginza Cozy Corner locations nationwide will be selling a limited edition New Year’s cake featuring the Tiger from the Chinese Zodiac!
Chinese Zodiac Tiger Cake
Fortune Cookies (10 pieces)
New Year Madeleines (6 pieces)
New Year’s Grab Bag (24 pieces / 40 pieces)
Ginza Cozy Corner began selling a variety of New Year’s-themed sweets starting in 2011. Traditionally, families in Japan enjoy a luxurious boxed meal called osechi on New Year’s Day, and the company wanted to provide something to satisfy people’s sweet tooth afterward! This year is the Year of the Tiger, making this chocolate and banana cake the perfect way to welcome 2022. Shops will also be selling other sweets like fortune cookies and mini Madeleine cakes, so there’s something to bring a smile to everyone’s face.
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Chinese Zodiac Tiger Cake
Available: December 31, 2021 – January 3, 2022
Where to Buy: Cozy Corner Locations Nationwide
Official Site: https://www.cozycorner.co.jp/
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Sanrio’s popular character Cinnamoroll is celebrating 20 years in 2022. Beloved since her original release in 2002, the character has won the Sanrio Character Award many times over the years. Sanrio and both the Sanrio Puroland and Harmonyland theme parks will celebrate the 20th anniversary for the entirety of 2022 with a variety of new projects and events!
Cinnamoroll’s 20th Anniversary Theme: ‘Cinnamoroll Blue’
Cinnamoroll and her friends have been together for the past two decades, and why shouldn’t her boy friends be as adorable as her girl friends? Going forward, Cinnamoroll will continue to paint the world blue with her adorable antics and fanciful design.
Cinnamoroll Special Website ‘Cinnamoroll Land’ Coming Soon!
To commemorate this special occassion, a special website looking back at 20 years of memories is coming soon. ‘Cinnamoroll Land’ is a virtual theme park that anyone can enjoy and will want to visit again and again. The special site is scheduled to open on January 14, 2022.
Cinnamoroll 20th Anniversary at the Sanrio Shop
New Cinnamoroll merchandise will be available from the Sanrio Shop, including plushies and other limited-edition goods featuring Cinnamoroll and her friends in baby form.
To coincide with Cinnamoroll’s birthday in March, a special birthday series will be coming to Sanrio Stores and online. Life-size plush toys of Cinnamoroll and her friends are also planned, with more details set to be revealed in February 2022.
A New Cinnamoroll Shop is Coming to Odaiba
Hello Kitty Japan Diver City Tokyo Plaza in Odaiba will be transformed for the anniversary!
Location: Hello Kitty Japan Diver City Tokyo Plaza
Running: January 14 – April 7, 2022Cinnamoroll 20th Anniversary Party at Sanrio Puroland
Sanrio Puroland will hold the ‘Cinnamoroll 20th Anniversary Party – Always Together’ event starting January 21, 2022.
Decorations featuring the character will be found all over the park, culminating on the 4th floor at the Cinnamoroll cafe. Photo spots, illuminations, special dishes, and limited-edition goods will be coming soon, so keep an eye out!
Cinnamoroll and five of her friends will appear in new party-themed costumes for the event, and a special stage show photo session will be coming to the park.
Running: January 21, 2022 〜 TBD
Sanrio Puroland Event Details: https://www.puroland.jp/cn20th/
Cinnamoroll 20th Anniversary in HARMONYLAND
Sanrio Character Park Harmonyland in Hiji, Oita Prefecture, will also be celebrating the 20th anniversary of Cinnamoroll starting on March 5, 2022. The theme will be ‘blue skies,’ and will feature a meet and greet with Cinnamoroll in a new costume, new merchandise, and a special photo spot.
A new show, ‘Cinnamoroll’s Blue Sky Band,’ will begin on March 26, 2022. Details will be released on the theme park’s official website at the end of January 2022.
Harmonyland Homepage: https://www.harmonyland.jp/
A New Cinnamoroll Exhibition is Coming!
To celebrate Cinnamoroll’s 15th Anniversary, the ‘Fluffy Cinnamoroll Exhibition’ has been touring the country since 2017. It is now being upgraded to the 20th Anniversary Edition, and will make its first appearance in Fukuoka, Okayama, and Izumo starting in March 2022.
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Cinnamoroll 20th Anniversary
Details: https://www.sanrio.co.jp/news/cn-20th-anniversary-20211207/
