Otsuka Pharmaceutical Otsuka Calorie Mate Block Balanced Nutrition Food Chocolate 4 Bars

The Calorie Mate famously seen and consumed in Metal Gear Solid 3, is basically a shortbread chocolate cookie/biscuit. It’s very easy and quick to eat, a little dry too, so wash it down with water or a morning tea, but that’s expected from a shortbread style cookie/biscuit. The box is small, about the size of your hand and contains two foiled packages inside, each with two cookies inside. The delivery was surprisingly quick, I expected it to arrive about a month after I ordered it, but roughly two and a bit weeks later it showed up, Japanese post is certainly efficient. It also came with an invoice document for customs and a thank you card, as well as a small square of paper with a decorative pattern on one side, maybe that’s Japanese tradition, either way it was cool. Many thanks and certainly will buy another one.

I bought this because of MGS3. It isn't a groundbreaking taste sensation, but a slightly bland although not unpleasant chocolate shortbread. I would recommend it over an inky cap or yabloko moloko.It came all the way from Japan. The four bars are foil wrapped in twos. I paid around £4 and I thought it was fair for the novelty.

Yea i had the urge to try Calorie Mate bc of everythingi had heard, but I'll say it was a highly disappointing experience. As someone who values taste, nutrition, and quality in their food choices, this product fell far short of my expectations.So the flavor of Calorie Mate is downright unappetizing. I tried the "Original" flavor, and it tasted like a bland, artificial mess. The texture was equally off-putting, resembling a dry, crumbly brick that required immense effort to chew and swallow. It left an unpleasant aftertaste that lingered long after consuming it, making me regret the decision to give it a chance in the first place.While I understand that Calorie Mate is marketed as a convenient meal replacement option, the nutritional value it offers is questionable at best. The ingredient list is riddled with artificial additives, preservatives, and a host of unpronounceable substances that left me feeling uneasy about what I was putting into my body. The fact that it claims to be a "complete meal" is a stretch, as it lacks the necessary balance of macro and micronutrients required for a healthy diet.Furthermore, the price point for Calorie Mate is exorbitant considering the subpar quality it delivers. One would expect that for the cost, they would be getting a product that is at least palatable and nutritious, but sadly, this is not the case. It's clear that the company is more focused on marketing and convenience rather than the actual quality and value of their product.Overall, my experience with Calorie Mate was highly unsatisfactory. The unappetizing flavor, poor texture, questionable nutritional value, and high price point make it a product I would never recommend to anyone seeking a healthy, convenient meal replacement option. Save your money and opt for a more reputable and nourishing alternative instead.I'll give it 3 out of 5 stars bc I'm felling generous today, but it doesn't deserve it.

I used to get these in Japan, of all the flavors chocolate is the best in my opinion. Definitely tastes like the chocolate crust of a pop tart.

Pretty tasty snack for early work shifts

Very fast and very well packaged delivery from Japan to Germany. I am very happy to order again.

So delicious, shame I can't get it in Canada. Tastes like chocolate Pop Tart, the part with no icing or frosting.

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Im sure there's more bang for your buck if you were to buy this off the shelf in Japan, imported it loses some value for money spent. It's still pretty good though, its dense, light in flavor, and not a chore to eat. I can see how this would feel drying if you have a naturally dry mouth. I have an active saliva production so i didn't need a drink with it, but others might. It's not going to be as candy like in flavor compared to protein bars found in America, but it's got more nutrients. I had this on a completely empty stomach and after 5 or so minutes of eating it i felt decently satiated. Not full but not stomach pain inducing hungry either. Im most likely going to buy it again in the bulk option