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New at Maido are the famous Jagarico Potato Sticks! For those who are not familiar, Jagarico is an especially crunchy, flavorful potato...
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May 13, 20201 min read
Toppo Strawberry
New at Maido, and just in time for spring is Toppo Strawberry! Similar in shape to Pejoy, Toppo features a long, stick-shaped pretzel...
Apr 17, 20202 min read
Big Roots: Daikon Radishes and Leaves
If you’ve been shopping in Maido’s produce section, chances are you’ve seen a daikon radish. Resembling a large, white carrot, the daikon...
Apr 15, 20202 min read
Children's Day is May 5th!
May 5th is the date of Children’s Day in Japan! Historically known as Tango no sekku, the Double Fifth, or Boy’s Day, this holiday was...
Mar 30, 20201 min read
Sakura Mochi
New, and only available for a limited time at Maido is Sakura Mochi by Sakuraya. Traditionally regarded as a springtime treat, this...
Mar 27, 20201 min read
Berkshire Pork and Vegetable Buns
New at Maido are Gourmet Family Berkshire Pork and Vegetable Buns! These restaurant quality pork buns are pre-cooked and can be easily...
Mar 25, 20201 min read
One Cup of Menraku Ramen, Please!
Are you looking for the perfect cup ramen to comfort you in these trying times? Look no further because Menraku has got you covered. We...
Mar 20, 20203 min read
Are Curds the Way? How Tofu is Made
From silken to extra-firm, plain to marinated, baked, and spiced, tofu has crept it’s way into Western palettes and become a household...
Mar 18, 20202 min read
Kokuyo Campus Series Notebooks and Paper
New to our stationery section are Kokuyo Campus Smart Ring Binder Notebooks and SaraSara Looseleaf paper! The Smart Ring Binder Notebooks...
Mar 15, 20202 min read
Konnyaku, Who?
Picture this: mottled gray and white cubes, with a slightly jiggly, jello-like appearance, simmering away in a big hot pot, next to tasty...
Mar 13, 20202 min read
Creamy Kabocha Pumpkin Soup
You’ve probably seen the small, round, green-skinned Japanese pumpkin known as kabocha here at Maido. They sit prominently displayed in...
Mar 13, 20202 min read
Hanami: Viewing the Cherry Blossoms
Few things carry the feeling of spring like the blooming of the sakura cherry tree in Japan. When the cherry blossoms open, people across...
Mar 12, 20202 min read
Announcement of Cancellation of the Spring Festival
Apology of Cancellation of the Event March 12, 2020 Dear Valued Customers, We regret to inform all our valued customers that MAIDO has...
Mar 11, 20201 min read
Super Mint Candy
New on our shelves this week is Super Mint candy by Nobel! Part of the same line as the Super Lemon, Super Soda and Super Cola candies,...
Mar 6, 20203 min read
Show Me Shoyu
If you have ever come across Asian food of any kind, then you have probably encountered soy sauce. Called shoyu in Japanese, the dark...
Mar 4, 20201 min read
Strawberry Snacks for Spring
Springtime in Japan is the time for strawberries! With a color reminiscent of the cherry blossom, and spring just on the horizon, now is...
Mar 2, 20201 min read
T-Lab Pole Pole Wooden Animals
New in our toy section are Pole Pole Wooden Animal figurines by T-lab! Each one of these adorable animals is hand-carved by artisans from...
Feb 28, 20202 min read
Hinamatsuri: The Festival of Girls, and Dolls
Hinamatsuri, also known as Girl’s Day, or the Doll Festival, is a holiday celebrated in Japan on March 3 each year. One of the five...
Feb 26, 20201 min read
Suntory All-Free
Suntory All-Free is the latest in Japan’s non-alcoholic beer trend. It is gluten free, with 0% alcohol and 0 calories for the perfect...
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