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Japanese snacks hold a special attraction for me. You know why? Because they always come in such irresistibly colorful packaging and the snacks themselves are so interesting that I just feel like I’ve got to try them .

Another thing I love about Japanese snacks is they come in individual packs. It’s so easy to grab a bunch and throw them into my handbag to crunch as I run my errands.

I usually buy the plain oblong-shaped rice crackers from Jusco for my kids to take to school for recess. These ones here (below) from DH’s trip to Japan are bigger and more fancy with bits of seaweed. They have a stronger, more vivid taste that I really like.

These bite-sized crackers (below), also from DH’s trip though I’m pretty sure you can find them at most Japanese stores, are even more interesting. They’re topped with cheese and a whole almond. The cracker is sweet and crispy, the cheese is soft and salty and the almond packs a great overall crunch.

Can you imagine how the different tastes and textures will come together in your mouth? Be warned, once you start, you can’t stop with these. My kids can finish off the whole pack in no time .