Kasugai Seika, a long-established Japanese confectionery manufacturer, is releasing an enhanced version of its popular “Xylicrystal” series. The product is named “Xylicrystal Throat Candy EX Vitamin C Citrus Mix Flavor.” It will be available sequentially at select convenience stores (Konbini) nationwide in Japan starting Monday, February 9, 2026.
This candy features a unique “cool 3-layer structure.” This new release is an ambitious product with improvements in both ingredients and taste. It will surely be an item to look for in Japanese Konbini during the dry season.
“Evolved” Xylicrystal Available at Konbini
Deep blue packages are lining up on the confectionery shelves of Japanese Konbini. The “Xylicrystal Throat Candy EX” released this time is not just a new flavor. Its greatest feature is the enhanced function as a “Throat Candy.”
Xylicrystal Throat Candy EX Vitamin C Citrus Mix Flavor
The first thing to note is what’s inside. The “Xylicrystal” series is characterized by a 3-layer structure: “Sweet layer,” “Cool layer,” and “Sweet layer.” This new product maintains that structure but powers up the ingredients.
In addition to the 22 types of herb extracts included in the standard version, new herb powder has been added. Furthermore, the amount of Vitamin C is approximately double that of the existing “Xylicrystal Fruit Assortment Throat Candy.”
- Product Name: Xylicrystal Throat Candy EX Vitamin C Citrus Mix Flavor
- Release Date: February 9, 2026 (Mon)
- Sales Area: Select convenience stores nationwide in Japan
- Reference Price: Open price
- Content: 58g (approx. 2.05 oz) including individual wrappers
Behind the Development: Pursuing “Throat Comfort”
Why “EX” (Extra) now? It’s because the developers wanted to respond to customer requests. The origin lies in the feedback: “I want it to contain ingredients good for the throat.” It was a challenge to increase satisfaction in terms of function while maintaining the trust of being “easy to lick and delicious.”
The balance of taste is noteworthy. Harmonizing the bitterness of the herb powder with the acidity of the citrus mix was difficult. The development team went through repeated prototyping. The result is an “Adult Citrus Mix Flavor” that makes the most of the citrus bitterness and acidity.
The package design is also particular. A deep blue background is used to create a sense of luxury. The translucent, overlapping fruit illustrations express newness and deliciousness. It is a stylish design that looks beautiful even when placed on a desk.
What is “Xylicrystal” in the first place?
Here, let’s introduce the basics of Xylicrystal. This candy, which appeared in 2001, was made using patented technology. It was Japan’s first product to “sandwich Xylitol crystals between candy.”
The biggest feature is the center Xylitol layer. The cooling sensation that spreads the moment you put it in your mouth is a unique feeling you cannot get with other candies. The sweetness of the upper and lower candy layers and the cold intermediate layer melt together in your mouth. This product is sugar-free. It is a guilt-free treat for those concerned about calories and sugar.
The “EX” enhances functions based on this structure that has been loved for many years. Knowing the history of the brand helps you understand how significant this evolution is.
The Underlying Strength of Kasugai Seika, Established Nearly 100 Years Ago
Let’s also introduce Kasugai Seika, the company manufacturing this product. Founded in Nagoya in 1928, this company is a long-established confectionery manufacturer approaching its 100th anniversary. They have sent many long-selling products into the world. Representative products include Gummy candy and Bean snacks.
They are thoroughly committed to quality control. They have obtained certifications for international food safety standards “FSSC22000” and “ISO9001.” Their management philosophy is “Making sweets that are delicious, safe, and continue to be loved by many people.” This new product is also manufactured under reliable technology and management systems.
For You Who Aren’t Satisfied with the “Usual”
The candy aisles of Japanese Konbini are fiercely competitive places. Among them, “Xylicrystal Throat Candy EX” is a product chosen for a specific purpose. “My throat feels a bit scratchy, but I don’t like medicinal tastes,” “I want to refresh myself during work.” It responds to such modern needs from both aspects of deliciousness and functionality.
Enjoy the moment when the scent of citrus mix, the coolness of xylitol, and the power of Vitamin C and herbs spread in your mouth. It is ideal for desk work, while traveling, or for relaxation time. Look for the deep blue package on the shelves of Japanese Konbini. A new “cool experience” awaits you.
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