In 1910, a wayward Armenian from Erzurum arrived in Tokyo. In his distant future lay the sweet crunch of melonpan. This dessert would capture the hearts of a nation and beyond. Learn more about the unique origins of Japan's beloved bread treat.

https://unseen-japan.com/melonpan-armenian-history/

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After my last visit to Japan I was approximately 37% melonpan by mass.

@rk @unseenjapan There are so many more melon-pans around the world to explore! πŸ˜‹ https://www.tokyoweekender.com/food-and-drink/melon-pan/
@unseenjapan Suck it, xenophobic politicians and people. Without foreigners, no culinary enrichment. No melonpan. No ramen. No gyoza. No curry.