π 7-Eleven Japan Taste Test
Siva McAteer • July 2, 2025
π First Night Food Haul in Tokyo! π

Hey fellow travelers and snack lovers!
It’s our very first night in Tokyo, and jet lag hit hard. So instead of heading out to a restaurant, we did what every savvy traveler in Japan knows to do—we walked one block from our hotel (Hotel Monterey Hanzomon) to a 7-Eleven and did a full-on taste test haul. And let me tell you—it did not disappoint!
From matcha desserts to onigiri, soba noodles, and a very questionable whisky soda, this 7-Eleven adventure is one for the books.
ποΈ Here’s What We Got from 7-Eleven Japan:
- Sapporo Beer – Because beer is always a good idea.
- Matcha Pudding in Sauce – Dessert #1 and absolutely heavenly.
- Milk Crepe – Melt-in-your-mouth goodness.
- Whisky Fuji San and Soda – Bought it for the pretty can... regret followed.
- Matcha Cheesecake with Red Bean – Dessert #2 and absolutely stunning.
- Grilled Salmon Onigiri – Wrapped rice triangle packed with flavor.
- Rice Ball with Egg Inside – A mystery pick that turned out to be so good.
- Cold Soba with Green Onions and Wasabi – Refreshing and surprisingly flavorful.
π First Bites: Onigiri & Egg Rice Ball
We kicked things off with the Grilled Salmon Onigiri. Super fresh, perfectly seasoned, and the seaweed had that just-right crisp.
Then we opened up the rice ball with the egg inside (seriously, I just picked it based on curiosity), and oh wow—so good. The yolk was creamy and added such a nice richness. Definitely a 7-Eleven Japan win!
π Cold Soba? Yes, Please.
Next up was the cold soba noodles with green onions and wasabi. For a convenience store dish, this was really impressive. Light, cool, and the wasabi added a great little kick. Perfect for summer in Tokyo.
π΅ Let’s Talk Matcha Desserts
Japan is the land of matcha dreams, and we did not hold back.
Matcha Pudding in Sauce: It came with its own adorable little spoon (thanks to the super nice cashier who gave us two spoons, a fork, chopsticks, AND two tiny clear dessert spoons—how cute is that?). The pudding was smooth, slightly sweet, and had that deep earthy matcha flavor. 10/10.
Matcha Cheesecake with Red Bean: Gorgeous to look at and even better to eat. The red bean added a nice traditional twist to a classic treat.
π₯ Whisky Fuji San & Soda: A Pretty Letdown
I bought this one because the can looked gorgeous. But looks can be deceiving. Not a fan. Maybe it’s an acquired taste? Either way, one sip was enough for me.
π° Ending on a High Note: Milk Crepe
Oh. My. Goodness. This milk crepe was the star of the show. Light layers, creamy center, and it literally melted in my mouth. This is the dessert I’ll be dreaming about forever. Every time we went into a 7-Eleven we looked for this Milk Crepe and NEVER found it again. So sad.
π¬ Final Thoughts
If you ever find yourself in Japan and you’re hungry, tired, or just want to snack like a local—go to 7-Eleven. Japanese convenience stores are on another level and packed with delicious, high-quality food at affordable prices.
This quick 7-Eleven Tokyo haul was the perfect start to our Japan trip. Stay tuned for more foodie finds, hotel reviews, and travel tips as we continue exploring π.
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Let me know in the comments:
What would YOU try from this haul? Or do you have a favorite 7-Eleven treat from Japan?
Til next snack,
Siva π΅βοΈ

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