What caught my eye while watching the Goblin 10th anniversary trip wasn’t only the scenery, but the snack breaks that popped up naturally between stops. Sometimes a small treat during a short rest stays with you as long as the sights, and the Japanese chocolate snacks the cast shared like a sugar boost stood out.
Snacks matter more than you’d think on the road. On family trips, kids run out of energy and adults burn out checking routes. I always pack chocolate or light snacks when traveling abroad with my child, simply because long days call for a quick pick-me-up.
The products I’m reviewing are Meiji’s Kinoko no Yama and Macadamia Chocolate. Both are long-loved Japanese chocolate snacks, and they fit right in with the snack scenes on the show.
Japanese Chocolate Snacks on the Goblin 10th Anniversary Trip
The Goblin 10th anniversary trip felt less like a travel variety show and more like old friends reuniting on the road. Sharing food with someone while traveling leaves a strong impression; it doesn’t need to be fancy, because the mood and faces are remembered along with it.
On the show, snacks looked like a sweet little break.
I feel the same when traveling with my child. Sitting down to share something sweet can stay with a child longer than one more sight.
I’d like this review read the same way. Rather than just “it’s tasty,” I’ll focus on when each fits during a trip, plus texture and mood.
Kinoko no Yama: A Shape You Remember
First up is Kinoko no Yama, a chocolate snack shaped like tiny mushrooms. The bright, cute packaging makes it the one kids reach for first.
The first Kinoko no Yama appeared in 1975, and the key is the pairing of chocolate and cracker. The chocolate cap on top and the cracker stem below each play a clear role.
My favorite part is the two-layer chocolate: a rich cacao layer and a smooth milk layer. It starts sweet and finishes mellow, while the crunchy cracker balances it all.
Kids loved it too. They look before they taste, and “these are cute” comes first. It was perfect for breaks at the hotel or a quick boost before heading out.
Crunchy Cracker and Chocolate in Balance
Kinoko no Yama doesn’t rely on sweetness alone. The cracker has real presence, crisp and nutty, and it lightens the chocolate.
I prefer light snacks while traveling. On days with many stops, something you can pick up one or two at a time beats a heavy dessert, and Kinoko no Yama fits that well.
The box size is easy too, so we kept it on the hotel table. Our child grabbed a few first, and the adults enjoyed it with coffee.
Macadamia Chocolate: More of a Grown-Up Taste
The second is Macadamia Chocolate, which has a different feel. If Kinoko no Yama is a cute, light nibble, Macadamia Chocolate is a more grown-up treat.
It uses macadamia nuts with a crisp yet soft bite.
A key point is the traditional roast method. The nutty macadamia and smooth chocolate come through together, and one bite is clearly satisfying.
What impressed me most was the chocolate blended specifically for macadamia.
Nut chocolates can lean too heavily on either chocolate or crunch, but here the two blend naturally, with sweetness and nutty richness spreading together.
I think adults will like it more than kids. Children enjoy it as chocolate, but the charm shows when you appreciate the macadamia. It was great with coffee back at the hotel, and satisfying without being too light.
Why They Work as Travel Snacks
With kids, trips rarely go exactly to plan. A child suddenly tires, or a meal gets pushed back. A small box of Japanese chocolate snacks in your bag changes the mood.
Kinoko no Yama is bite-sized and cute, easy to share with kids. The cracker keeps it light for a quick mid-trip snack.
Macadamia Chocolate feels more filling. One or two pieces satisfy, and it pairs well with coffee. Opening a box while packing up at the hotel felt like a small wrap-up to the day.
That’s what resonated with the snack scenes on the Goblin 10th anniversary trip. Trips aren’t made only of grand places; small moments of resting and sharing build lasting memories.
Comparing the two, each has its own appeal.
Kinoko no Yama wins with its cute shape and crunchy cracker. It’s great to share with kids and to nibble between stops.
Macadamia Chocolate is richer and more satisfying, with nutty macadamia and smooth chocolate, ideal with coffee for adults who want texture beyond plain chocolate.
If I had to pick one, Kinoko no Yama with kids and Macadamia Chocolate for slow coffee time. In practice, they’re different enough that having both is best: one light and cute, one richer and nuttier.
After years of traveling with my child, I know memories come from both big and small scenes. Photos at famous sights are great, but snacks spread on a hotel table and laughs during a short break often last longer.
In that sense, these two Japanese chocolate snacks suited the Goblin 10th anniversary trip well, one bright and cute, the other nutty and smooth, filling the small breaks along the way.
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