This February, Sakuraco kindly sent me their Valentine’s Delights Box (2025) for a hands-on review. If you’re new to Sakuraco, it’s a Japanese subscription service that delivers traditional snacks straight from Japan to your door. In fact, it’s the perfect way to experience the country’s flavors without leaving home.
As always, my thoughts and photos are 100% my own. And just a heads-up—if you decide to grab a box using my links, I might earn a small commission, but it won’t cost you anything extra.
You can check out my in-depth review of Sakuraco for even more details. And if you’re curious about past boxes, feel free to take a peek at last year’s reviews to see how they compare!
Want a sneak peek at what’s inside? Here’s what you can expect!
What’s in the Sakuraco Box – February 2025?
Since my country falls under Japan Post Priority Shipping + Tracking – Country Group (Estimated Delivery Time: 7–28 days / $12.50 shipping fee), it does take some time to arrive. But honestly, the box is worth the wait. I get excited every time, knowing I’m about to unbox and devour a neat selection of delicious Japanese sweets and snacks.
Inside each Sakuraco box, you’ll find a handpicked assortment of savory, salty snacks, and sweets, all topped with an English booklet and card. The booklet serves as a guide, offering insight into the month’s cultural theme and featuring stunning visuals. It breaks down each snack, explaining what it is, any potential allergens, and whether it’s vegetarian-friendly. In fact, some of the snacks even include a background story, describing how they are made!
I think it’s worth mentioning that Sakuraco gets its snacks straight from Japan, partnering with local artisans and small businesses to bring authentic, regional treats to subscribers. This makes it even more special, as many of these snacks can’t be found anywhere else in the world.
This particular box had 14 snacks (plus tea), with a couple of repeats, and a plum furoshiki. There were goodies like senbei, sable cookies, baumkuchen (my fave!), yokan, arare, and karinto. While the focus was mostly on sweet flavors (this is typical for Sakuraco), there were some salty and savory options too, like Daruma senbei or Tanba Kuromame/Seto Salt arare to balance things out.
Favorite snacks
It’s always hard to pick favorites, but there were definitely a few that stood out to me (and yep, I totally spoiled baumkuchen—if you’ve read my reviews, you know I’m obsessed with it!). Honestly, baumkuchen is always a favorite whenever it’s included in the box!
Pudding Baumkuchen
I don’t know what it is about baumkuchen, but I just can’t get enough of it! It’s got this perfect balance of subtle yet delightful sweetness, and when you take a bite, it’s so soft, moist, and just melts in your mouth. This one had a touch of pudding and caramel flavor, but just enough to kick the taste up a notch without overpowering it. Still the classic, delicious baumkuchen I love!
Chocolate Yokan
Made from sweet red bean paste, this chocolate yokan has a smooth, jelly-like texture. The chocolate flavor is subtle, blending gently with the natural sweetness of the beans. I found it to be a perfectly balanced treat—silky smooth and satisfying with every bite. I also loved how its mild sweetness still delivers a deep, comforting richness.
Strawberry Monaka
I didn’t know what to expect from this one but I was pleasantly surprised. The mildly sweet yet rich strawberry filling was wrapped in delicate, lightly crispy wafers, but the overall texture remained soft and melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
Orange Chocolate Cookie
Crunchy and infused with vibrant orange and rich dark chocolate flavors, this cookie left me wishing there were at least 20 more in the box! I loved how refreshing the orange taste was—it created the perfect contrast to the deep chocolate.
Chocolate Karino
This chocolate karinto came in a bigger package than most, so it lasted me at least three days. I enjoyed it with both green tea and coffee—it featured crunchy, deep-fried dough strips coated in syrup, creating a rich, satisfying sweetness that paired perfectly with the bold flavors of my drinks.
Final Thoughts on Sakuraco’s February 2025 Box
Sakuraco has never let me down—in fact, every box I’ve received for an honest review (and there have been many!) has been a delightful surprise, introducing me to my new favorite Japanese sweets and snacks. It might sound cliché, but this is the closest I got to getting a taste of Japan.
If you’re not planning a trip to Japan but still want to enjoy authentic Japanese delicacies from the comfort of your home, Sakuraco offers several subscription plans to choose from. The best value option is the 12-month subscription, reducing the monthly cost from $37.50 to $32 plus shipping.
