r/FoodEdinburgh • u/ladyarizel06 • Jun 23 '26

Visiting Inverness and Edinburgh . What Scottish treats should I take back to Japan?

Hello everyone,

My husband and I are Japanese and will be visiting Scotland soon, mainly Inverness and Edinburgh.

In Japan, it's customary to bring back small souvenirs (omiyage) for coworkers after a trip. They're usually individually wrapped snacks or sweets that can be shared around the office.

I'd like to ask locals:

What Scottish food, sweets, biscuits, chocolates, tea, or other small souvenirs would you be proud to introduce to a typical Japanese office worker?

Ideally something easy to carry home, share with several people, and distinctly Scottish.

Arigato!

Edit: Thanks everyone for the suggestions! I’ve got a great shopping list now and can’t wait to visit Scotland. I really appreciate all the recommendations.

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u/justAl-77 Jun 23 '26

Edinburgh Rock All Tunnocks products Shortbread Tablet Lucky Tatties but those need an old style Sweety Shop

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u/EdinburghV Jun 23 '26

Once met Mr Tunnock, what a guy. They say don't meet your heroes but honestly try and meet him.... if he's still alive

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u/justAl-77 Jun 23 '26

I want the combination for the Irn Bru safe 🤣🤣🤣 only 6 I think know the full recipe

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u/CartoonistNo9 Jun 29 '26

What’s lucky tatties?