A quintessential combination loved by those around the world on Valentine’s day. These bite-sized morsels of strawberry perfection are wrapped in a milk chocolate outer layer.
Common Allergies
Dairy, Soy
May Contain Traces Of
Peanuts, Almonds, Cashew
Flavor
Sweet
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Hyogo
Chocolate Mochi
Seika Confectionery
Decadent chocolate is intricately kneaded into this traditional Japanese classic to create the perfect Valentine’s day treat. Each mochi is wrapped in an edible wrapper.
Common Allergies
Milk, Soy
May Contain Traces Of
N/A
Flavor
Sweet
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Kagoshima
Strawberry Dorayaki
Hiyoshi Confectionery
Fresh eggs and soft dough baked with Japanese domestic flour make the fluffy pancake-like patties that surround the azuki bean paste and strawberry jam filling of this dorayaki.
Common Allergies
Wheat, Egg
May Contain Traces Of
N/A
Flavor
Sweet
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Shimane
Strawberry Mugi
Takaoka Foods
Since the 1960s, children with insatiable sweet tooths have flocked to candy shops across Japan in hopes of getting candy-coated mugi, or barley. Here, mugi is covered in a perfectly sugared strawberry flavoring.
Common Allergies
Dairy, Wheat, Soy
May Contain Traces Of
Peanuts, Almonds, Cashews
Flavor
Sweet
Diet
Vegetarain
Origin
Hyogo
Manekineko Senbei
Senya
Manekineko, or the beckoning cat, are good luck symbols in Japanese culture. For those looking for love this Valentine’s Day, red manekineko are said to bring forth good fortune in love and marriage. Here, the manekineko motif is carefully sculpted into a hand-baked rice cracker.
Mikan, a type of mandarin orange, is favored in Japan during the winter months for its refreshing sweet and tart balance. This mikan jelly is made from the juice of mikans from Kishu. It pairs wonderfully with a warm cup of tea.
Filled with slightly sweet red bean paste, this moist Japanese-style pie has a wonderfully tender, buttery crust. It’s perfect as a light dessert or as an afternoon snack.
Common Allergies
Egg, Dairy, Wheat, Soy
May Contain Traces Of
N/A
Flavor
Sweet
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Nagano
Surprise Tea Selection
N/A
This month, we’ve curated a special selection of teas lovingly crafted for you to enjoy or share with a loved one. Read a detailed description of your selection using the QR code in your booklet.
Common Allergies
N/A
May Contain Traces Of
N/A
Flavor
N/A
Diet
N/A
Origin
N/A
Scenic Osaka Arare
Fujiya
Dotonbori. Osaka Castle. Tsutentaku Tower. Nakanoshima Park. When Osaka is said, these historical and architectural beauties appear in the minds of many Japanese people. Here, they are illustrated on the packaging of these delightfully fluffy arare.
Common Allergies
Soy
May Contain Traces Of
Egg, Dairy, Peanuts, Shrimp, Apple, Gelatin
Flavor
Savory
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Osaka
Kinako Dumplings
Osaka Ginsen
Kinako is slightly nutty, delicately sweet, finely ground and roasted soybean flour. It is most commonly associated as a topping for mochi. Here, it is infused into tri-colored dumplings to lend them their unique flavor.
Common Allergies
Soy
May Contain Traces Of
N/A
Flavor
Sweet
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Osaka
Senshu Onion Sable
Mukashin
This savory sable cookie is unassuming at first glance. Upon closer inspection you’ll be pleased to find bits of senshu onion carefully kneaded into its dough. This crumbly, slightly sweet mouthful gives the impression of french onion soup on the palate.
Common Allergies
Wheat, Dairy, Egg, Almond, Soy
May Contain Traces Of
Orange, Japanese yam, Apple
Flavor
Sweet & Savory
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Osaka
Yuzu Kuzu-yu
Fuji Shokuhin
Kuzu, or arrowroot, is ground into a powder with yuzu from Kochi Prefecture to create the main ingredient of this drink. Adding boiling water to this mix results in a gentle, honey-like consistency perfect for drinking on a winter’s day.
Common Allergies
Soy
May Contain Traces Of
N/A
Flavor
Sweet
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Osaka
Osaka Chiyoko
Amidaike Daikoku
Starting as early as the 8th century, travelers would try okoshi, crushed millet treats,in Osaka and buy them as souvenirs. Here, Amidaike Daikoku has flavored their okoshi with white chocolate and raisins, creating their renowned Osaka Chiyoko.
Common Allergies
Dairy, Soy, Wheat
May Contain Traces Of
Egg, Peanuts
Flavor
Sweet
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Osaka
Red Ginger Squid Bites
Maruesu
While traveling down the streets of Dotonbori in Osaka, you may come across stalls selling ikayaki, savory squid pancakes. Here, squid is fried and finished with red ginger to create the perfect savory and tangy bite.
Common Allergies
Egg, Wheat, Squid, Sesame, Soy
May Contain Traces Of
Peanuts, Dairy, Shrimp, Crab
Flavor
Savory
Diet
Non-Vegetarian
Origin
Osaka
Red Ginger Mame
Takuma Foods
These crunchy morsels tempt the tastebuds the moment they are placed on the tongue. The tangy red ginger shell is beautifully balanced with the savory and salty peanuts inside.
Common Allergies
Wheat, Peanuts
May Contain Traces Of
Egg, Dairy, Shrimp, Crab
Flavor
Savory & Tangy
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Aichi
Kombucha Rice Cracker
Fuji Shokuhin
Kelp from Hokkaido’s Donan region is thoughtfully kneaded into these deep fried rice crackers. They are then finished with a sprinkling of Fuji-no-kombucha, kelp tea, for a light, refreshing flavor.
Common Allergies
Soy
May Contain Traces Of
Wheat, Peanuts
Flavor
Savory
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Osaka
Kinchidori Soup Bowl
Fuji Shokuhin
This red soup bowl is decorated with a flock of golden plovers, called a chidori pattern. Small but resilient birds, plovers have the ability to fly through strong winds and high waves during migration. The chidori pattern represents the ability to overcome challenges.
Symbols of love and gratitude have become a mainstay, from homemade chocolate treats to gourmet delicacies decorating shop fronts across the country.
Osaka: Japan’s City of Brotherly Love
In Osaka, known for being the friendliest city in the country, the celebration of love can be seen throughout the city.
Enjoy Valentine’s Bliss.
This month, we’re glad to partner with the Osaka Prefectural Government to bring you the perfect balance of sweet and savory easy-to-love treats and tea.
Valentine's Bliss
What's Inside This Box
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Chocolate Strawberries
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Chocolate Strawberries
Takaoka Food Industries
A quintessential combination loved by those around the world on Valentine’s day. These bite-sized morsels of strawberry perfection are wrapped in a milk chocolate outer layer.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
Hyogo
diet
Vegetarian
flavor
Sweet
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Chocolate Mochi
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Chocolate Mochi
Seika Confectionery
Decadent chocolate is intricately kneaded into this traditional Japanese classic to create the perfect Valentine’s day treat. Each mochi is wrapped in an edible wrapper.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
Kagoshima
diet
Vegetarian
flavor
Sweet
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Strawberry Dorayaki
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Strawberry Dorayaki
Hiyoshi Confectionery
Fresh eggs and soft dough baked with Japanese domestic flour make the fluffy pancake-like patties that surround the azuki bean paste and strawberry jam filling of this dorayaki.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
Shimane
diet
Vegetarian
flavor
Sweet
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Strawberry Mugi
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Strawberry Mugi
Takaoka Foods
Since the 1960s, children with insatiable sweet tooths have flocked to candy shops across Japan in hopes of getting candy-coated mugi, or barley. Here, mugi is covered in a perfectly sugared strawberry flavoring.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
Hyogo
diet
Vegetarain
flavor
Sweet
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Manekineko Senbei
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Manekineko Senbei
Senya
Manekineko, or the beckoning cat, are good luck symbols in Japanese culture. For those looking for love this Valentine’s Day, red manekineko are said to bring forth good fortune in love and marriage. Here, the manekineko motif is carefully sculpted into a hand-baked rice cracker.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
Saitama
diet
Vegetarian
flavor
Savory
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Mikan Jelly
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Mikan Jelly
Seika Foods
Mikan, a type of mandarin orange, is favored in Japan during the winter months for its refreshing sweet and tart balance. This mikan jelly is made from the juice of mikans from Kishu. It pairs wonderfully with a warm cup of tea.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
Osaka
diet
Vegetarian
flavor
Sweet
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Ogura An Pie
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Ogura An Pie
Tenkei Confectionery
Filled with slightly sweet red bean paste, this moist Japanese-style pie has a wonderfully tender, buttery crust. It’s perfect as a light dessert or as an afternoon snack.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
Nagano
diet
Vegetarian
flavor
Sweet
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Surprise Tea Selection
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Surprise Tea Selection
N/A
This month, we’ve curated a special selection of teas lovingly crafted for you to enjoy or share with a loved one. Read a detailed description of your selection using the QR code in your booklet.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
N/A
diet
N/A
flavor
N/A
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Scenic Osaka Arare
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Scenic Osaka Arare
Fujiya
Dotonbori. Osaka Castle. Tsutentaku Tower. Nakanoshima Park. When Osaka is said, these historical and architectural beauties appear in the minds of many Japanese people. Here, they are illustrated on the packaging of these delightfully fluffy arare.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
Osaka
diet
Vegetarian
flavor
Savory
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Kinako Dumplings
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Kinako Dumplings
Osaka Ginsen
Kinako is slightly nutty, delicately sweet, finely ground and roasted soybean flour. It is most commonly associated as a topping for mochi. Here, it is infused into tri-colored dumplings to lend them their unique flavor.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
Osaka
diet
Vegetarian
flavor
Sweet
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Senshu Onion Sable
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Senshu Onion Sable
Mukashin
This savory sable cookie is unassuming at first glance. Upon closer inspection you’ll be pleased to find bits of senshu onion carefully kneaded into its dough. This crumbly, slightly sweet mouthful gives the impression of french onion soup on the palate.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
Osaka
diet
Vegetarian
flavor
Sweet & Savory
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Yuzu Kuzu-yu
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Yuzu Kuzu-yu
Fuji Shokuhin
Kuzu, or arrowroot, is ground into a powder with yuzu from Kochi Prefecture to create the main ingredient of this drink. Adding boiling water to this mix results in a gentle, honey-like consistency perfect for drinking on a winter’s day.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
Osaka
diet
Vegetarian
flavor
Sweet
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Osaka Chiyoko
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Osaka Chiyoko
Amidaike Daikoku
Starting as early as the 8th century, travelers would try okoshi, crushed millet treats,in Osaka and buy them as souvenirs. Here, Amidaike Daikoku has flavored their okoshi with white chocolate and raisins, creating their renowned Osaka Chiyoko.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
Osaka
diet
Vegetarian
flavor
Sweet
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Red Ginger Squid Bites
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Red Ginger Squid Bites
Maruesu
While traveling down the streets of Dotonbori in Osaka, you may come across stalls selling ikayaki, savory squid pancakes. Here, squid is fried and finished with red ginger to create the perfect savory and tangy bite.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
Osaka
diet
Non-Vegetarian
flavor
Savory
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Red Ginger Mame
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Red Ginger Mame
Takuma Foods
These crunchy morsels tempt the tastebuds the moment they are placed on the tongue. The tangy red ginger shell is beautifully balanced with the savory and salty peanuts inside.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
Aichi
diet
Vegetarian
flavor
Savory & Tangy
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Kombucha Rice Cracker
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Kombucha Rice Cracker
Fuji Shokuhin
Kelp from Hokkaido’s Donan region is thoughtfully kneaded into these deep fried rice crackers. They are then finished with a sprinkling of Fuji-no-kombucha, kelp tea, for a light, refreshing flavor.
Allergens and More
+
Origin
Osaka
diet
Vegetarian
flavor
Savory
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Kinchidori Soup Bowl
Sakuraco Exclusive
prefecture Exclusive
Kinchidori Soup Bowl
Fuji Shokuhin
This red soup bowl is decorated with a flock of golden plovers, called a chidori pattern. Small but resilient birds, plovers have the ability to fly through strong winds and high waves during migration. The chidori pattern represents the ability to overcome challenges.
Our snack boxes feature a carefully curated selection of Japanese snacks, teas, and home goods from local makers that each represent a unique aspect of Japanese Culture.
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