Gummi is recommended for when you are a little hungry while traveling or for sharing with others. Many Japanese gummies contain fruit juice, so you can enjoy the true flavor of the fruit. The package comes with a zipper, so you can eat a little at a time. The elasticity varies from product to product, so we recommend that you compare them. This article introduces eight recommended gummies that can be purchased at supermarkets, convenience stores, and drugstores.
Meiji | Fruit Juice Gummies
The Fruit Juice Gummi series are coloring-free gummies containing fruit juice. They come in flavors such as grape, unshu mandarin orange, and muscat, all of which are characterized by the strong taste of fruit. The grape, for example, is a blend of several types of grapes in pursuit of reproducing the true taste of the fruit. The elasticity is designed for the Japanese, so you can enjoy the difference from the elasticity of gummy bears in your own country.
<Basic Information Name: Fruit juice gummi series＞
Sales company: Meiji Co.
Suggested retail price: 148 yen (excluding tax)
KANRO | Pure gummy series
Pure Gummies are gummy bears with a cute heart shape and a sour powder on the gummy. The standard is a lemon flavor that makes the most of the sour powder. The gummy itself is sweet, not just sour, so you can enjoy the change in flavor. Seasonal flavors are also available, so be sure to look for them when you come to Japan. <Basic Information Name: Pure gummy series＞
Distributor: Kanro Co.
Suggested retail price: 162 yen (including tax)
Bourbon | Fettuccine Gummi Series
Fettuccine gummies are characterized by their flat and elongated shape, just like pasta. As the gummy claims to have an al dente chewiness, its chewy elasticity is also a key point. Lemon, grape, soda, and cola flavors are standard, and new flavors are released every year. All of them have a sweet and sour taste, and are recommended when you want to refresh your palate.
<Basic Information Name: Fettucine Gummi series＞
Sales company: Bourbon Co.
Suggested retail price: 120 yen (including tax)
Kabaya | Tough Gummies
Tough Gummies are large, highly elastic and chewy gummies, with three flavors in one bag: cola, soda and energy drink, so you can change the flavor depending on your mood. The sour powder on the surface of the gummies gives them a stimulating taste. They are popular as gummies to eat when you want to concentrate, and are perfect for work or study.
<Basic Information Name: Tough Gummi Series＞
Sales company: Kabaya Foods Co.
Suggested retail price: 230 yen (excluding tax)
Meiji | Cola-up
(Japanese only)
Cola-up is the first gummy in Japan. It is shaped like a bottle and is a hard chewy gummy. It also features a rich cola flavor that lasts forever. It is a good idea to buy all the high elasticity hard gummies and compare them while eating with family and friends.
<Basic Information＞
Name: Cola-up
Sales company: Meiji Co.
Suggested retail price: 230 yen (excluding tax)
UHA Ginkgo Sugar | Ninja Meal Series
The Ninja Meshi Series features an eye-catching illustration of a ninja. Although the name includes the word “meshi (rice), the contents of the bag are gummy bears. In addition to grape and ramune, there are also flavors not found in other gummies, such as ume bonito. These small, hard gummies are recommended when you are traveling and feel hungry.
<Basic Information Name: Ninja Meal Series＞
Distributor: UHA Flavors Sugar Co.
Suggested retail price: 129 yen (including tax)
UHA AJI-GAKUSAGE | Kororo
(Japanese only)
Kororo is a gummy with a freshness not found in other gummies and a popping texture. Since they are spherical, they roll around in your mouth. Grapes, muscats, and other fruit flavors contain fruit juice and have a rich taste. Gummies with a popping texture are rare, so this is a must-try product.
<Basic Information＞
Name: Kororo series
Distributor: UHA Flavors Sugar Co.
Suggested retail price: 138 yen (including tax)
UHA GENGAKU SANSO｜Skiru Gummi
(Japanese only)
As the name suggests, Sakeru Gummi are long and thin shaped gummies that can be cracked open and eaten. They come in two flavors, grape and muscat, both of which contain fruit juice. In addition, they contain Fecalis, a lactic acid bacteria that is gentle to the body. Please try cracking the gummies open and sharing them with others. There is also a long type (40 cm) that makes cracking more enjoyable.
＜Basic Information＞
Name: “Sakeru Gummi” series
Distributor: UHA AJI-GOKUSAI Co.
Suggested retail price: 118 yen (including tax)
Summary
Gummies are reasonably priced, and their small bags are easy to carry, making them suitable as souvenirs. You can try several during your trip, bring back your favorites, and share them. We encourage you to compare them with gummy bears from your own country. You will enjoy the difference in taste and elasticity.
