Various types of Japanese soda flavors, styled by Shannon Kinsella, in the test kitchen, Wednesday, March 11, 2020. Abel Uribe/Chicago Tribune. Abel Uribe / Chicago Tribune.

Whether it’s unwrapping the tiny opener or hearing the marble clink against the glass when a bottle is opened, there’s something undeniably fun about ramune, a Japanese soda. Popping one open ...

Whether it’s unwrapping the tiny opener or hearing the marble clink against the glass when a bottle is opened, there’s something undeniably fun about ramune, a Japanese soda. Popping one open ...

Japanese melon soda is wholly unique, with a delicious flavor, vivid color, and rich history. It's hard to find but easily made with simple ingredients.

Japanese retailer Felissimo definitely knows how to turn a popular menu item into an umbrella. It was just a couple of years ago that they turned fried shrimp into a clever compact parasol. Now their ...

Whether it’s unwrapping the tiny opener or hearing the marble clink against the glass when a bottle is opened, there’s something undeniably fun about ramune, a Japanese soda. Popping one open ...