Product Placement #19–Mimi choco bar

It should come as no surprise to my most avid followers that I once again purchased a treat based on nothing but the cuteness factor. So here’s the latest installment, the “Mimi Choco Bar.” Mimi means ears, and you can see in the logo how the “M” in Mimi actually creates the ears of the…

Product placement #18–Halloween Edition

Aggh, what happened? Where did October go? And more importantly, why didn’t I post this three weeks ago?? (It’s been sitting in my drafts since then!) Sorry fans–I know you’re irate, but it’s never too late for some Halloween cheer, right??? Fall–my favorite season. Halloween–my favorite holiday. I really can’t get enough of October and…

Product placement #13–mini treats

These little mini-treats, known as ブルボン プチ, or Bourbon Petite, can be found at most stores in Japan. There are tons of flavors, but usually are some kind of little cookie. Here’s their website to learn more about these delightful little guys: Bourbon Petite Their mascot is this little bear guy: Each little treat is pretty…