Jensen Huang, the CEO of Nvidia, made headlines recently during his visit to Tokyo, where he engaged with fans by handing out red bean buns, a popular Japanese street food. On July 16, Huang visited a traditional izakaya in Kanda, known for its vibrant red lanterns, attracting a crowd of admirers hoping to catch a glimpse of the tech mogul, affectionately nicknamed 'kawa-jan' or 'leather jacket' by his Japanese fans.

According to local news outlet Diamond Online, Huang dined at Yakiton Sankichi, a well-known bar chain favored by after-work drinkers. During his meal, he enjoyed a hearty dish of offal hot pot and a generously sized serving of 'baka-mori' fries, which translates to 'ridiculously large.' Seated at the table with him were CEOs from prestigious Japanese companies, including Kioxia, Tokyo Electron, Shin-Etsu Chemical, Sumitomo Electric, Taiyo Yuden, and Ajinomoto.

After finishing dinner, Huang stepped outside to greet the crowd waiting to see him. He distributed red bean buns to fans, who eagerly reached out their hands to receive the treats. He also handed out soft drinks, took pictures, and signed autographs upon request, further endearing himself to the gathered crowd.

Huang's penchant for street food experiences has become a hallmark of his travels. In May, he was spotted enjoying stir-fried noodles on the streets of Beijing while accompanying former President Donald Trump on a visit to Japan. At that time, he remarked, 'So delicious,' to the passersby. Similarly, during a street food outing in Taiwan, he made headlines by signing a wall in a restroom and treating everyone waiting at a corn stand.

In addition to his culinary escapades, Huang's visit to Japan is focused on collaboration with Noetra Corp, a state-backed artificial intelligence developer formed by a joint venture of SoftBank, NEC, Sony, and Honda. Together, they aim to establish an 'AI factory' housing 27,500 GPUs, which is expected to become the world's first national AI infrastructure for robotics.

Huang also took the time to visit an old Sega arcade in Akihabara, where he expressed gratitude to the gaming giant, which he believes played a crucial role in saving Nvidia during its challenging times in the 1990s with a $5 million investment. Furthermore, he participated in a Build-a-Claw event organized by Nvidia in Japan, showcasing the company's commitment to engaging with local communities and fans.