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Buying Asian snacks seems simple, until you have to choose between Japanese biscuits, Korean treats, Taiwanese mochi and matcha snacks. Photos and flavour names don’t always give you the full picture. A pack may look small, a multipack may be less practical than you expected, and allergen information may only appear on the label.
With this practical guide, you can check contents, ingredients, allergens and storage advice first. That way, you can buy sweet snacks online to suit your household, tastes and the occasion.
The weight in grams doesn’t tell you much about the number of portions. A bag of individually wrapped sweets, for example, is good for sharing, while a box of individually wrapped biscuits may be more convenient for taking out and about. So compare:
Words such as matcha, strawberry, milk or chocolate often suggest a flavour, but they don’t always tell you how much of that ingredient the product contains. For example, C2 Matcha Chocolate Flavour Soft Heart Tart contains 1.5% matcha powder. That gives you a clearer idea than simply calling it a “matcha snack”.
Biscuits with chocolate can also have different ingredients in the biscuit and the filling. So check whether the product contains milk, soya, gluten or nuts.
A product name may refer to halal status, “natural colouring” or a particular country of origin. Treat this as a prompt to check the label, not as a substitute for reading the ingredients list. “Halal” appears in the name of Taiyo Baumkuchen; when you buy it and when it arrives, check the current packaging and any certification information too.
For a family or a party table, products weighing around 150g or more are often easier to share. For a taster, packs of 80–130g are easier to manage. Individually wrapped products, such as Fruitella Mix or Mini Dorayaki, are also easier to share hygienically.
Under EU rules, major allergens must be clearly indicated in the ingredients list. Pay particular attention to:
For example, according to the product information, BAMBOO HOUSE Double Filling Peach Mochi contains milk and egg. Yuki & Love Mini Dorayaki contains wheat, egg and soya, and may contain traces of peanuts, milk, nuts and sesame. Always read the packaging, as recipes and labels can change.
Most Japanese snacks, Korean snacks and other Asian confectionery should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Once opened, it’s important to seal the pack properly. Mochi can lose its soft texture if the pack is left open. The product information for Sakuraseika Hokkaido Milk Cake states that it should be kept chilled. So check the storage advice for each item and look at the best-before date when it arrives.
Why it suits this profile: The box contains 12 portions of 60g. That makes it easy to stock up or plan for several occasions without having to open one large pack straight away.
The quantity is clearly stated as 60g × 12. The product information lists egg, wheat, milk and soya as allergens.
12 individually wrapped portions; halal is stated in the product name. Check the current packaging for certification details.
Why it suits this profile: This Taiwanese mochi combines a soft rice layer with a strawberry and milk filling. The pieces are individually wrapped, making them ideal for sharing or giving as a gift.
The pack states that it weighs 180g, and the product information lists egg and milk as allergens. This lets you check the portion size and ingredients before buying.
From Taiwan; double filling; individually wrapped according to the product description.
Why it suits this profile: For birthdays, offices or larger households, this mix brings several mini sweets together in one pack. The sweets are individually wrapped and made for sharing.
The pack states that it weighs 410g and contains a mix of brands and flavours. The allergen information says that none of the 14 major EU allergens are present; check the current label.
410g; individually wrapped; a mix of Fruitella, Mentos, Chupa Chups and Look-O-Look.
We’ve put together a complete, up-to-date list of products that meet these strict selection criteria and current European safety requirements.
If you’re looking for Japanese snacks, try NIKKO Strawberry Cookies, Sakuraseika Hokkaido Milk Cake or Yuki & Love Mini Dorayaki with red bean filling. Dorayaki has a soft, cake-like outside and a sweet azuki filling.
For Korean snacks, Orion Choco Pie is an option containing cocoa, dairy and wheat. If you’d prefer fruity flavours, take a look at strawberry biscuits, strawberry KitKat or Taiwanese mochi with lychee, peach or strawberry. With matcha snacks, pay particular attention to the actual percentage of matcha powder.
Check the country of origin, contents, ingredients, allergens, best-before date and storage instructions. Also see whether the product is individually wrapped and whether the pack is suitable for sharing.
It depends on the product. Check the label for allergens, caffeine or matcha information, and any warnings. Some mixed confectionery may contain colourings or gelatine. Always use the current packaging as your guide.
Store mochi and biscuits according to the product instructions, usually in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Seal opened packs properly and eat soft or chilled products within the stated time.
