Japanese snacks, decoded for Americans.

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The 3 Tokyo Souvenir Sweets Locals Actually Buy (A No-Fail Guide for Visitors)

Overwhelmed by the souvenir wall at Tokyo Station? Here are the 3 classic Japanese sweets that never disappoint — what they taste like, where to grab them, and why they are worth the suitcase space.

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