Japan for the Uninvited

Japanese culture from a bemused foreign perspective

Genki drinks

Genki drinks, the unheralded stimulant of Japan's workforce, are massively popular "pick-me-ups" available at any convenience store. Most drinks contain an irresponsible amount of caffeine, as well as B vitamins. The labels also suggest a hefty hit of "ni-ko-chin" - but fortunately this isn't liquid chain smoking. Perhaps it's only a ...

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