One popular Tokyo souvenir is this caramel sandwich, which I chose again as a gift for my business trip. Originating from a candy shop in New York, the Havana Sand was the inspiration for this treat. It consists of caramel cooked to a gooey texture sandwiched between crispy cookies, coated with chocolate for the original touch. You can find this treat at Haneda Airport Terminal 2, 2nd floor departure lobby in front of the clock tower number 3. It has been moved to a more prominent location in the hallway. You can also purchase it at Daimaru Tokyo, but the long lines may deter you. However, the convenience of quickly buying it before your travels is the biggest draw! On this day, there were only three people ahead of me in line, and I was able to make my purchase quickly. I bought the following items: - N.Y.C. Caramel Sandwich 12 pieces for 1,944 yen - N.Y.C. Caramel Sandwich 4 pieces for 648 yen Just like last time, I bought the 4-piece pack for in-flight enjoyment. The packaging is black with a cityscape and an airplane scene, exclusive to Haneda Airport. The gold wrapping adds a touch of luxury. When you break it open, the caramel oozes out immediately. The caramel is gooey and fragrant, complemented by the crispy cookie. The sweetness of the caramel enveloped in chocolate is a delight to the taste buds. The caramel's viscosity and richness blend beautifully with the dry texture of the cookie. This treat exudes elegance and a sense of specialness, making it a sure hit with the recipient. Due to its ease of purchase, it is a must-buy Tokyo souvenir when using Haneda Airport.

On my way back from Tokyo, I decided to buy souvenirs at Haneda Airport, so I headed straight to the booth upon arrival. It is famous for being delicious and highly appreciated as a souvenir, so there were a few passengers waiting in line to purchase. I bought the item I was looking for, as well as a wine-flavored Haneda Airport limited edition, and brought them back as souvenirs. Of course, they were well received. I also tried them myself, and the caramel sandwiched inside was very delicious and distinctive.

Before checking in at Haneda Airport, I passed by a shop and surprisingly there was no line! Normally I don't buy from there because the line is always long, but since there was no line this time, I decided to give it a try. The biscuit dough doesn't dry out your mouth, so it's delicious. In the summer heat, the chocolate melts just right. You can just lick it off your fingers. The sticky texture of the caramel is probably what makes it so popular. Personally, I would prefer it to be a little less sweet in order to want to buy it again.

This is the N.Y. City Sand shop next to the clock tower on the 3rd floor of Haneda Airport Terminal 2. Their caramel sand is very popular, and there is always a long line at Daimaru in Tokyo Station when I try to buy it. I gave up once. I received it as a souvenir before and it was very delicious, so today I bought a 4-piece pack on my way there for a snack. When I found out that there was a shop inside Haneda Airport, I went there right away and was able to buy it without any crowds. The 4-piece pack exclusive to Haneda Airport is cute and easy to buy, which is also attractive! The packaging is very stylish and impressive. If you have it with coffee, the crispy cookies, chocolate, and the sweetness of the caramel that melts out from inside all go well together and taste very delicious. It was a good stop! Thank you for the meal!

N.Y. Caramel Sandwich 4-piece set, exclusive packaging at Haneda Airport, 648 yen (tax included). It's very popular as a Tokyo souvenir at Haneda Airport, and I've received it as a gift before. It's located in the central area of Terminal 2, so it's easy to spot. I found it delicious, so this time I bought it as a souvenir too. The packaging looks like a book and is very cool. It's individually wrapped, so you can even share them out. I bought four sets of the 4-piece set. The taste is a crispy cookie with chocolate and caramel sandwiched in between, giving a delightful sweet and slightly bitter taste that stimulates the taste buds and is very delicious. It's a snack more suitable for adults. My friends who tried it as a souvenir were happy and said it was delicious. Another candidate for Tokyo souvenirs has been added.

I received a 4-piece set of the highly popular "N.Y. Caramel Sand" from Tokyo, which is known for drawing long lines. The package looks very luxurious, and it feels quite heavy when you hold it. When you open the individually wrapped pieces, you see a cookie with "N.Y.C SAND" written on it, sandwiching chocolate-coated caramel cream. Let's try it! The crispy cookie texture is followed by the flavor of chocolate, then the caramel's subtle sweetness and a hint of bitterness. The combination is excellent! This is definitely worth the long lines. Thank you for the delicious treat!

At the time of this review, this shop is ranked 1st in the Haneda Airport Sweets Ranking on Tabelog. I didn't know about it at all, but I thought it must be delicious because there was a long line, so I decided to buy some souvenirs for my family. Just before reaching the register, I noticed that a small cookie sandwich called N.Y. Caramel Sand was priced at 1,400 yen including tax for 8 pieces, which seemed quite expensive... (^_^;) But I thought it must be because it's a fancy brand from New York, only to realize that it's actually made by a company called "Tokyo Tamago Honpo" that makes things like "Gomatamago" (sesame seed candy)... I felt a bit deceived, haha. So, my family tried it first, and their reaction was like "It's sweet... (brief silence). But, um... it's delicious (trying to be polite)"... ^^; So I also tried one piece, but honestly, it didn't suit my taste. I even wondered why it's so popular. It's a small cookie sandwich about 5cm in diameter. It has a crispy cookie with chocolate and gooey caramel paste in between. It's a simple composition, and it doesn't seem like something that should cost 175 yen per piece. The taste includes chocolate, caramel, nuts, and eggs, giving a typical American sweets vibe. The taste direction is not bad, but it was just too sweet for me. (By the way, this small piece contains a whopping 108kcal, haha) I think it would be tough to eat without a bitter espresso. According to the official website, it is modeled after a popular snack called Havana Sand from the 1960s in New York. Well, I'm someone who doesn't like overly sweet foreign-made sweets to begin with, so if it's modeled after that, it probably just isn't for me. Thank you for the meal.

If I were to go to Tokyo on May 17, 2023 (Wednesday) at 10:05 am, the souvenir I wanted to buy is here!! N.Y. Caramel Sandwich 4 pieces for 648 yen (tax included). The expiration date is June 9, 2023. I was interested in it here because it's very popular, but personally, I'm not a big fan of caramel, so I chose the 4-piece pack. The 4-piece pack is shaped like a book and has a Haneda Airport limited edition package! If you look closely, there are airplanes flying, subtly indicating Haneda Airport. Each piece is individually wrapped, making it great for sharing. When you open the stylish gold bag, you'll find elegant cookies! Each piece is quite hefty. The cookie has chocolate and caramel sandwiched between. At first, the crunchy cookie texture spreads in your mouth, followed by the sweetness of chocolate, and finally, the caramel! I'm not a fan of sweet caramel, but this caramel is more on the bitter side, similar to pudding caramel. The caramel inside is thick and gooey, even someone like me who doesn't like caramel is okay with it! In fact, I regret buying the 4-piece pack... The combination of chocolate and caramel is surprisingly good. Maybe the slightly bitter caramel is what makes it work? The balance is excellent. The Haneda Airport store has high ratings and is popular, which is understandable! I bought several other souvenirs, and they gave me a stylish bag for free, with different patterns on each side. Next time, I want to buy the 20-piece pack! Tokyo souvenirs are truly top-notch!

My son's favorite, so my husband buys it for him every time. The only stores that sell it are Daimaru Tokyo and here, so there's always a long line at Daimaru Tokyo, with a one-hour wait being normal. Here, there's no line so you can buy it quickly. I also bought some on my way back from Tokyo on the last flight. It's nice that there are limited edition products like those exclusive to Haneda Airport. The new products are Wine Caramel Sandwich and, a little while ago, NY Rich Cookie & Cranberry Jam, both maintaining the deliciousness of the caramel sandwich in a fresh way that I like. My son prefers the classic flavors. This is the kimono I wore to the entrance ceremony. I had my hair cut a little shorter in the back, like Wakame from Sazae-san, haha.

New York City Sand and New York Wine Caramel Sand (tax included ¥1,620) - I bought it on impulse because it was limited to Haneda Airport. The rich caramel sandwich with a hint of wine flavor is elegant and delicious! Honestly, I prefer the classic ones, but this one is also delicious!

I received a gift of 16 cookies...or rather, I instructed my son who was returning home to buy them for me (^-^; I have bought them before at the Daimaru Kobe store, which occasionally holds events, but since there are no stores outside of Kanto, it's hard to get them quickly, which only makes me crave them more. (There is an event scheduled at Daimaru Kobe store from 3/22) The cookies have a crispy texture, with a strong chocolate flavor and a creamy caramel filling that adds to the deliciousness. Can't wait to finish them all and head to Daimaru soon! 1 cookie is 108 kcal.

Located inside Haneda Airport, "NEW YORK CITY SAND" was a popular shop that used to have long lines. Recently, the crowds have been thinning out a bit, but I still visit whenever I can. Personally, I am a big fan of the "Scotch Sand" over the "Caramel Sand"! The sweetness is truly American - strong and bold, but incredibly delicious. I will definitely be coming back for more!

I have received this as a souvenir a few times, but this is my first time purchasing it myself. It's from "New York City Sand" at Haneda Airport Terminal 2. It was Sunday evening, and there was a line of about 7-8 people. It seems easier to buy now compared to before. However, I heard that there are still lines at the Daimaru Tokyo store. I bought the "New York Caramel Sand (20 pieces)" for sharing with friends and the "New York Caramel Sand Haneda Limited Edition Package (4 pieces)" for home use. The New York Caramel Sand is based on a banana sandwich made in a New York confectionery shop, as advertised on their website. When you break the crispy cookie, the gooey caramel oozes out. The caramel stretches nicely, and it tastes great. The coating of couverture chocolate is also quite good. The Haneda limited edition package features an airplane illustration. After trying it again after a long time, I thought, "It's still delicious!" This is definitely going to be a hit!

I received a New York caramel sandwich as a souvenir from a friend. You can purchase it at events or temporary select shops in Fukuoka. It's a popular souvenir that I've had before, but I tried it again after a long time. This one comes in a pack of 4 with a limited edition package from Haneda Airport. The caramel inside the cookie is gooey, and by making it a sandwich, they really bring out its flavor. I think that's why it's become so popular. The design with the cookie imprint is also nice.

≪2023.2.11≫ First of all, I purchased this confectionery at "Dodoso" in Okayama. It's a popular souvenir in Tokyo with long lines, called "N.Y.C.SAND"... My wife said she wanted to try it, so I bought it. We shared the "N.Y. Caramel Sand" together. I hope she enjoys it. The pattern on the cookie surface is cute. When I tried it, the chocolate and caramel have a delightful sweetness. Also, the slightly firm cookie with the gooey texture of chocolate and caramel melting is amazing! My wife didn't really like the cookie, so the rest is mine... I think it's amazing though! Thank you for the meal~

New York City Sand, this is delicious. It makes a great souvenir to bring back home. Heading towards the counter, oh, there's a line forming. Let's wait in line then. The wait time is about 7-8 minutes. ・Scotch Sand (5 pieces) ・Caramel Sand (16 pieces) First, let's try the Scotch Sand. Mmm, this... the rich caramel flavor is irresistible. The almond's fragrance also comes through. Ah, this is delicious. For those who like sweet treats, it's hard to stop. I would like to try another one, but let's save it for tomorrow. It pairs perfectly with straight tea.

It's Haneda Airport. I was asked to buy a New York Sand, which is only sold here, as a souvenir, so I bought one for myself too. When I got home and looked closely, I realized that it wasn't a different flavor, but just a limited edition packaging. It's a butter-flavored cookie sandwich with caramel coated in chocolate. The caramel melts when you bite into it, and it's delicious! It was sweet, but the 4-piece set size was just right. Thank you, "NYS"!

It's quite difficult to find souvenirs with a long shelf life that are also delicious. I heard about the New York City Sand sold only at Tokyo Station, Yokohama Station, and Haneda Airport, always with long queues and a good reputation for being tasty. So, I decided to buy some to try it out as a potential gift in the future. The airport-exclusive packaging contains four pieces. Inside, there is a crunchy cookie dough with sweet caramel sauce, thick and gooey. It may not be as gourmet as pastries from a patisserie, but it's still quite enjoyable. The long shelf life makes it a good option for a souvenir, and the fact that it's loved by many people makes it seem like a great choice as a Tokyo souvenir.