We wrote about Wendy’s planning a return to Japan over a year ago and the return has now become a reality. Wendy’s is back in Japan, and most importantly so is their trademark baked potato with toppings which had been sadly and inexplicably discontinued in the months leading up to Wendy’s previous demise in Japan. Wendy has returned with the baked potato, chili, frosty, and the iconic square shaped burgers, with a “Japan Premium Menu” as well. wendys japan premium Wendys Returns to Japan with Old Favorites and a New Premium Menu   The premium menu from left to right is the “Foie Gras Rossini Burger”, the “Avocado Wasabi Burger”, the “Truffle and Porcini Grilled Chicken”, and the “Chili Burger”.

As the store reopens there are news reports of long lines and satisfied customers, but as with any business in Japan, it remains to be seen whether Wendy’s expand by this one Omotesando store and become presence and real competitor in the lucrative Japanese fast food market.

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Because Aya Sameshima is a popular search term for this blog, I decided to follow up on her story. After the earthquake and tsunami hit Japan, Aya Sameshima and her Tepco Mareeze teammates were sent to new homes. Sameshima ended up in the United States playing for the Boston Breakers after Japan’s Women’s World Cup Championship.

Now she has moved out again, this time playing for Montpellier in France’s Division 1 Feminine. She joined the club in mid-September and was reunited with Japanese national team teammate Rumi Utsugi. Throughout her travels, though she has said that she hopes to continue to learn and become a stronger player as the London Olympics approach.

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