Japanese confectionery– tag –

In today's article, we are going to introduce one type of dessert that is very familiar in Japan. However, the interesting fact is that this dessert dish does not come from Japan. What we are talking about is Baumkuchen. Let's see what i...

Japanese food culture is popular with dishes such as sushi, takoyaki, karaage, etc. However, Japan also has lesser known dishes, especially sweets that you should discover. Today, we would like to introduct Anmitsu - a Japanese tradition...

If you're traveling to Japan, trying out the local cuisine is a must-do activity, and kuzu mochi should be on your list. This traditional Japanese dessert is not only a delicious treat but also a cultural experience that will allow you t...

If you're a fan of traditional Japanese cuisine or simply have a sweet tooth, you won't want to miss out on reading about Dorayaki! This delectable treat is a beloved dessert generation in Japan loved. With its soft and fluffy pancake-li...

Among Japanese sweets, you may often hear of mochi, dorayaki, etc. However, today we would like to introduce a sweet that has a strong impression as an offering. The interesting fact is that many people have seen it but do not know its t...

Among Japanese sweets, mochi is a very popular one not only in Japan but also all around the world. However, do you know that there is not only one type of mochi? Today, we would like to introduce Anko Mochi. In Japan, this is an indispe...

Among wagashi (Japanese sweets), dango is one of the most popular even for Japanese people and foreigners. Since ancient time, it has been appeared and has a deep meaning in Japanese food culture. Although relating to rice, it is differe...

Speaking of Japanese sweets, wagashi (Japanese traditional sweets) may be the first one to cross your mind. Daifuku, Dango, Dorayaki, Taiyaki, etc are the popular wagashi with ingredients such as red bean paste and mochi. However, apart ...

If you visit some random candy stores in Japan, you can easily find the star-like candies called "Konpeito". This candy is so popular in Japan that it is also used in many special occasions. It is said that there is no exact recipe for m...

Monaka with crispy skin and red bean paste stands out for its elegant sweetness. There are so many types from the famous "seppuku monaka'', which is made of skin and red bean paste, to "ice monaka'' and "ochazuke monaka", "peanut monaka'...