2012-08-26

Yoneku Tamori Cup Beer‏

Yoneku produces meat products and also runs several regional craft beer companies. To promote a the Tamori Cup yacht race, they are selling a commemorative beer and triple smoked bacon products. Yoneku does a good deal of its business online and a 6 pack plus the triple smoked bacon will set you back 4,600 yen. The yacht race and Yoneku are both based in Numazu, Shizuoka Prefecture.

http://www.yonekyu-eshop.jp/products/show/182

http://www.yonekyu-eshop.jp/products/show/180

Photo is a web capture for explanatory purposes, copyright belongs to the company.

McDonald's Red Curry McNuggets

McDonald's has introduced red curry sauce to go with McNuggets. This flavor is said to complement the Golden Masala sandwiches which are currently being featured.

http://www.mcdonalds.co.jp/campaign/world_mc/index.html

Photo is a web capture for explanatory purposes, copyright belongs to the company.

Photo - 7-Eleven Shrimp Mayo Onigiri

This is a Shrimp Mayonnaise Onigiri (sometimes called a rice ball) from 7-Eleven.

Meiji New Karl Flavor Promotion

Meiji will be introducing one or more new Karl snack flavors in mid-September. While those flavors remain a secret, members of Meiji's online club can register for a change to receive 10 free bags of the new flavor or flavors. Obviously, registration is required.

http://www.meiji.co.jp/sweets/snack/karl/campaign/newkarl2012/

Photo is a web capture for explanatory purposes, copyright belongs to the company.

Photo - 7-Eleven Tuna Mayo Onigiri

This is a Tuna Mayonnaise Onigiri (sometimes called a rice ball) from 7-Eleven.

Photo - Snow Brand MegMilk Farm Latte

This is Snow Brand MegMilk's entry for the chilled cup market - Farm Latte.

Photo - Kamakura Enoden and Meiji Karl

Not as clear as would be nice, but this is an advertisement for Meiji Karl snacks on the side of an Enoden train which runs through Kamakura. An image of the Big Buddha of Kamakura can also be seen.

7-Eleven Sweet & Sour Chicken Sandwiches

7-Eleven has introduced what are called Japanese taste chicken and vegetable sandwiches. The Japanese taste is sweet & sour (sweetened vinegar) sauce.

http://www.sej.co.jp/products/select.html

Photo is a web capture for explanatory purposes, copyright belongs to the company.