If you've ever tried Japanese cakes, you know they're famous for their light, fluffy texture - and this strawberry shortcake ...

16. Strawberry Shortcake A classic Japanese shortcake is made with airy sponge cake that pairs perfectly with fluffy whipped cream that just barely weighs down the cake.

Strawberry shortcake is a popular treat in Japan. In US dollar terms, a slice now costs $5.5 versus $8 four years ago. - Himari Semans for CNN ...

Strawberry shortcake is popular during Christmas in Japan. Credit: Maki Wong On top of being delicious and not too sweet, its colours evoke a snowy Christmas and the Japanese flag.

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Strawberry shortcake is a popular treat in Japan. In US dollar terms, a slice now costs $5.5 versus $8 four years ago. - Himari Semans for CNN ...