Press Butter Sand Cookies: Full Lineup and Where to Buy Them
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Get to know Press Butter Sand
Press Butter Sand made its debut at Tokyo Station and has since become a staple souvenir across Japan. In addition to the beloved classic caramel cream sandwich cookies, there are also plenty of special flavors available for a limited time or exclusive to specific stores.
Press Butter Sand's unique texture
Press Butter Sand cookies are crafted using a special blend of natural flour and fresh cream, and they undergo a unique double-layer baking process for a crispy texture. The double-layer filling, comprising smooth fresh cream and a rich caramel cream, offers a sweet and flavorful experience.
The cookies' intricate patterns not only serve as decoration but also ensure convenient consumption, as they can be broken in half easily.
Varieties of Press Butter Sand cookies
Press Butter Sand offers various packaging options and mixed flavor combinations. For example, the basic classic caramel cream sandwich cookies are available in different quantities: a 5-pack, suitable for individual gifts; a 9-pack, ideal for sharing with family; and a 15-pack, perfect for sharing with friends, and colleagues.
Other limited-edition flavors and assorted gift boxes come at different price points, allowing customers to choose the product that best suits their needs.
Shelf life of Press Butter Sand cookies
The regular Press Butter Sand cream-filled cookie series typically has a shelf life of seven to nine days after purchase, so it's advisable not to buy too many at once.
Most of these cream-filled cookies can be stored at temperatures below 25 degrees Celsius in a cool place, away from direct sunlight. They are perfect for purchasing during travels and bringing home as souvenirs.
Press Butter Sand's product lineup
Press Butter Sand offers over ten different flavors, each crafted with unique ingredients and production methods. Many of these flavors are available only at certain locations or select stores, so they're not always easy to find. Below, youâll find various flavors of Press Butter Sand and where to purchase these limited-edition flavors.
Press Butter Sand's bestsellers
Press Butter Sand offers a variety of flavors, including the classic "Butter" and "Chocolate," as well as specialty flavors like "Strawberry" and "Matcha." These biscuits feature a unique double-layered filling of smooth fresh cream and thick caramel sauce, providing a delightfully sweet taste.
Limited-edition flavors such as "Strawberry" and "Matcha" are only available in certain areas of Japan, making them sought-after souvenirs.
Press Butter Sand (Original)
The original butter flavor is filled with raw caramel and fresh butter, delivering a sweetness that's rich yet not overwhelming.
Press Butter Sand (Matcha)
This green tea version features fresh cream infused with Uji matcha, layered with a decadent caramel butter sauce. The matcha's gentle bitterness perfectly complements the caramel's sweetness, providing an aromatic and refreshing taste.
Press Butter Sand (Strawberry)
The cookie features a sweet filling made from blended fresh cream and strawberry jam made from Amaou strawberries, a specialty from Fukuoka Prefecture.
Press Butter Sand: Tokyo Station limited edition
Since limited-time flavors are often available for only a short period, it's best to visit the stores directly if you want to purchase them. Additionally, you can also find freshly baked Press Butter Sand with limited-edition fillings like red bean paste or dried fruit in the Tokyo Station store. Here, you can also witness the pressing process of the cookies, making it worth a visit if you're transferring at Tokyo Station.
Press Butter Sand Hanagataya Tokyo Station Store
Address: Inside Tokyo Station (near the Marunouchi South Exit,) 1-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Other limited editions
Press Butter Sand offers a variety of limited-edition flavors alongside regional exclusives. Highlights include a coffee variant introduced in 2023, featuring coffee-infused biscuits and fillings crafted with medium-roasted beans.
Donât miss the seasonal options like chestnut, strawberry chocolate, baked sweet potato brĂ»lĂ©e, and the new strawberry tart flavor released in February 2024.
Hachi by Press Butter Sand
In 2022, Press Butter Sand introduced a new sub-brand called Hachi by Press Butter Sand, blending their popular butter sandwich biscuits with elements from traditional Japanese confectionery. If you're looking for Japanese sweets with a modern twist, be sure to check them out.
Get to know Hachi by Press Butter Sand
The brand name "Hachi" is derived from the Japanese term yaoyorozu, signifying an infinite multitude, aiming to bring countless joys to customers through meticulously crafted products. Its hallmark lies in the fusion of traditional Japanese confectionery techniques and Western pastry to offer tasty novel desserts imbued with a Japanese essence.
Where to find Hachi by Press Butter Sand
Hachi by Press Butter Sand's signature offering is the Wa Butter Sandwich Cookie (Kinako Azuki Flavor,) featuring a distinctive octagonal biscuit made from a blend of kinako soybean powder and rice flour, delivering a crisp yet soft texture with azuki red bean filling.
Currently, you can find Hachi by Press Butter Sand products in these stores.
Limited-edition Hachi by Press Butter Sand products
The Wa Butter Sandwich Cookie also comes in various limited-edition flavors, such as the cherry blossom version available only during spring, featuring a delicate biscuit infused with cherry blossom puree. For a truly Japanese experience, there's the genmaicha rice tea flavor with added brown rice for a unique crunchy texture, as well as the classic combination of matcha and azuki red bean.
Discover Press Butter Sand's range of tasty treats
In addition to the classic original caramel butter sandwich cookies, keep an eye out for Press Butter Sand's limited edition flavors.
Purchase Press Butter Sand products online through WAmazing and pick up your order hassle-free at our lockers in airports throughout Japan, saving you time to enjoy sightseeing with ease.
Looking for more souvenirs to bring back from Japan? Head to WAmazing Shop and choose from a wide range of duty-free products.
Explore more of Japan by using one of the many different transportation passes.
*The information in this article, such as prices and business hours, was accurate at the time of publication but is subject to change. Please refer to the official website(s) for the latest information.
