Tohato Caramel Corn

Caramel-coated corn puffs · Tohato · Salty snacks

must-try

Why it's worth it

Tohato has made Caramel Corn since 1971 and it is described as one of Japan's best-loved caramel snacks. Think caramel popcorn without the husks, in a bag you will find in any supermarket.

Taste

Melt-in-the-mouth corn puffs with a sweet caramel coating and a few roasted peanuts at the bottom; sweet with a hint of salt

Why this rating

You can’t get this at homenot sold in Czechia — distinctly local
Reviewers rave about itthin evidence — fewer independent reviews found
A local icona well-known local classic
Easy to findstocked in mainstream chains at everyday prices

Scores 8 of 10 on our published rubric.

Nutrition

Nutritional values per 100 g

Energy value2343 kJ · 560 kcal
Fats34 g
Protein4.4 g
Salt0.5 g

Source: Open Food Facts label data (may lag pack reformulations).

Where & what you'll pay

7-ElevenFamilyMartLawsonAEONDon Quijote€EAN 4901940116225

If you know Czech shelves

Closest CZ analog is caramel popcorn or sweet Křupky

Sources

  • “These caramel-coated corn puffs were introduced in 1971 by the Japanese confectionery maker "Tohato (東ハト)", and today the product has become one of the most loved caramel snacks in Japan.”

    japanese-products.blog (blog)

Curated 2026-10-01. Image: Open Food Facts contributors, CC-BY-SA.