Bekko Ame

Yashu Takamura

This traditional candy has been sold during festivals across Japan for centuries. The makers at Yashu Takamura have artfully and uniquely crafted each piece to resemble Japanese motifs. Inside its colorful packaging you’ll find figures in the shape of a maneki-neko (beckoning cat), Mt. Fuji, a cherry blossom, a sumo wrestler, and a daruma doll.

Common Allergies
None
May Contain Traces Of
Dairy, Wheat, Soy, Apple
Flavor
Sweet
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Tochigi

Yuba Chips

Nikko Foods

While walking through the streets of Nikko, you’ll be overcome by the amount of yuba promotions decorating restaurants and souvenir shops alike. This crunchy, fluffy soy treat is made from crispy fried yuba. They are the perfect light snack with a hint of salt.

Common Allergies
Soy
May Contain Traces Of
Shrimp, Crab
Flavor
Savory
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Tochigi

Aged Sencha

Hagiri

Aged Sencha is made by slowly maturing carefully selected tea leaves at low temperatures. As the tea leaves age, the sharp bitterness fades into a refined, mellow taste. It is said that shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu was a great admirer of aged sencha.

Common Allergies
N/A
May Contain Traces Of
N/A
Flavor
Mellow
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Shizuoka

Anko Donuts

Motohashi Confectionery

With red bean paste cooked fresh every morning and dough kneaded from scratch, it’s easy to see why these donuts are Motohashi Confectionery’s signature product. These delicious bite-sized treats have gained popularity across Japan from word-of-mouth alone.

Common Allergies
Dairy, Wheat, Soy
May Contain Traces Of
Sesame
Flavor
Sweet
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Tochigi

Black Sesame Mochi

Tengudo

Black sesame seeds are intricately kneaded into soft mochi to create this delectable treat. Its chewy texture and sesame flavor perfectly exemplify traditional Japanese sweets.

Common Allergies
Wheat, Sesame, Soy
May Contain Traces Of
Dairy, Walnut, Apple, Almond
Flavor
Sweet
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Hokkaido

Tochigi Lemon Yokan

Wako Foods

Refreshingly sour with a hint of sweetness, this particular yokan flavor is quite rare to see. It’s inspired by Tochigi’s lemon milk beverage and features cute retro packaging.

Common Allergies
Dairy, Soy
May Contain Traces Of
N/A
Flavor
Sweet
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Tochigi

Chili Arare with Peanuts

Minoya Arare

These tiny morsels of arare are seasoned with Minoya Arare’s original dark soy sauce and carefully selected chili peppers. The arare is then intermixed with butter peanuts. The spiciness of the arare and the sweetness of the butter peanuts make this a treat you can’t put down.

Common Allergies
Wheat, Peanuts, Soy
May Contain Traces Of
Egg, Dairy, Shrimp, Crab, Almond, Cashew, Beef, Sesame, Chicken, Pork, Apple, Gelatin
Flavor
Savory & Spicy
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Kanagawa

Wasabi Mayonnaise Peanuts

Futaba

These crunchy peanuts are deliciously wrapped in a mayonnaise and wasabi shell. Enjoy the spiciness of the wasabi mixed with the creamy, umami flavor of Japanese mayonnaise.

Common Allergies
Egg, Dairy, Wheat, Peanut, Soy
May Contain Traces Of
Soba, Shrimp, Crab, Walnut, Squid, Cashew, Sesame, Banana, Almond
Flavor
Savory
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Tochigi

Furoshiki Wrapping Cloth

Salonge

To the untrained eye, furoshiki wrapping cloth may just look like a piece of fabric. But furoshiki wrapping is an art, and a piece of Japanese history. The technique began in 710 B.C. Then, it was primarily used to wrap important goods and treasures in Japanese temples. In the present day, furoshiki cloth can be used to wrap gifts, bento boxes, books, and even bottles.

Common Allergies
N/A
May Contain Traces Of
N/A
Flavor
N/A
Diet
N/A
Origin
Fukushima

Amaou Strawberry Almonds

Sennarido

Amaou strawberries are known throughout Japan as the “King of Strawberries” for their supremely round, large, and sweet characteristics. The earthy flavor of these almonds perfectly combines with Amaou strawberry powder to create a delightful contrast of flavors.

Common Allergies
Dairy, Wheat, Almond
May Contain Traces Of
Peanuts, Wheat, Dairy, Shrimp
Flavor
Sweet & Salty
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Kumamoto

Nikko Jingoro Senbei

Ishidaya

Founded in the neighborhood of Nikko’s Toshogu Shrine, Ishidaya has been creating their lightly-baked rice crackers since 1907. This treat is named after craftsman Hidari Jingoro, who carved the wooden sleeping cat located at the shrine. The cat is so adored in Nikko, Ishidaya made it their logo.

Common Allergies
Dairy
May Contain Traces Of
Wheat, Shrimp, Crab, Beef, Pork, Chicken, Soy, Gelatin, Sesame
Flavor
Savory
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Tochigi

Strawberry Tiramisu Biscuit

Aoi Nosho

This strawberry sweet is made from Skyberries, a premium strawberry produced in Tochigi, and mascarpone cheese exquisitely placed between a bittersweet crispy cookie.

Common Allergies
Egg, Dairy, Wheat, Soy
May Contain Traces Of
N/A
Flavor
Sweet
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Tochigi

Strawberry and Yogurt Piccolo Dolce

Nakajima Taishodo

This bite-sized sweet is the perfect marriage of smooth yogurt and sweet and sour strawberry jelly.

Common Allergies
Dairy, Wheat, Soy
May Contain Traces Of
Egg, Almonds, Orange, Kiwi, Sesame, Banana, Peach, Apple, Gelatin
Flavor
Sweet
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Hyogo

Uni Rice Cracker

Maruhiko Confectionery

Uni, or sea urchin, has a delightfully creamy texture and a delicate blend of sweet and briny flavors. Here, uni is combined with salt from the Seto Inland Sea and 100% domestic Japanese rice to create a satisfyingly crisp rice cracker.

Common Allergies
Wheat, Soy
May Contain Traces Of
Shrimp, Crab, Egg, Dairy, Peanuts
Flavor
Savory
Diet
Non-Vegetarian
Origin
Tochigi

Chestnut Manju

Yamakyu

Indulge in the unique texture of this chestnut-filled bite-sized manju. With its moist dough and mildly sweet seasonal filling, it's the perfect treat for a cozy afternoon with a cup of tea.

Common Allergies
Egg, Dairy, Wheat, Soy
May Contain Traces Of
Walnut
Flavor
Sweet
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Gunma

Plum Renkon Chips

Sokan (Tochigi)

Renkon, or lotus root, is a mainstay in Japanese cuisine. For this treat, lotus root is made into a light chip and flavored with the aroma of plums.

Common Allergies
N/A
May Contain Traces Of
Wheat, Egg, Dairy, Peanuts, Shrimp, Crab
Flavor
Savory
Diet
Vegetarian
Origin
Tochigi
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A Rich History

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Captivating Nature

With breathtaking mountains and astounding waterfalls as its backdrop, this prefecture is blessed with over 600 onsens to keep you warm, and innumerable shrines and temples.

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