Convenience stores, toilets and the allure of everyday Japan
Forget the temples and the famous landmarks. For some visitors, the country's appeal lies in the infrastructure of daily life.
Lawson, a popular convenience store chain in Japan, has brought back its beloved Mochibee donuts in a new iteration named Mochido. These donuts, which were originally available in two flavors - powdered sugar and roasted soybean (kinako) - have returned to Lawson stores across the country starting on October 20th. However, the name change led some customers to initially think they were different from the original Mochibee donuts.
Writer Natsuno Futon was initially unable to find the Mochido donuts at her nearest Lawson store on the day of their re-release, but managed to locate them the following morning. Despite their limited availability, Futon was delighted to discover that the flavors and texture of the Mochido donuts were just as delicious as the original Mochibee.
The donuts had a chewy, fluffy texture and a sweet coating of powdered sugar or kinako, a type of roasted soybean flour. Both flavors were described as being of high quality, with a perfect balance of flavors that made them feel more like bakery-bought donuts than convenience store treats. However, Futon also noted that the calories from these indulgent treats far exceeded the calories she burned during her daily walk to and from the store.
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