What's Inside Each Sakuraco Box?

Mochi

Mochi is one of the most iconic Japanese candy. But what is it, exactly? Well, it’s a chewy rice cake. To make mochi, artisans steam sticky rice and then pound it until it’s smooth and malleable enough to make into all kinds of shapes. It comes in various sweet and savory flavors, including unique, seasonal ones like sakura (cherry blossoms).

A popular type of mochi is daifuku (大福). It usually comes with sweet fillings like adzuki red bean and strawberry. Because daifuku mochi is so popular, people serve it with many kinds of desserts, including fruit and ice cream.

Senbei & Arare

Senbei and arare, are rice crackers that offer a satisfying crunch in every bite and are beloved light Japanese snacks. Their convenient size and easy-to-eat nature make them ideal for tea gatherings or as gifts. While soy sauce flavor is the most popular, variations like curry and sweet options are equally popular.

Candy

Japan has a long and delicious history of crafting candy. Perhaps the most iconic is Konpeito. Konpeito is a Japanese candy made in the shape of small stars with a wide range of vibrant colors. Alongside simple hard candies and gummies, konpeito proves to be one of the most addictive candies for both children and adults alike, thanks to its subtle sweetness.

Japanese Tea

Tea is the most beloved beverage throughout Japan, and for good reason. Renowned tea-growing regions like Shizuoka, Kagoshima, and Uji in Kyoto produce some of the world's finest teas. Utilizing natural ingredients and time-honored techniques refined through extensive research and experience, Japan offers diverse teas, from ceremonial matcha to comforting hojicha, making it a tea enthusiast's paradise.

Japanese Home Goods

Japanese home goods perfectly exemplify the balance between function and beauty. Featuring minimalist, geometric, and nature-inspired patterns, Japanese ceramics and kitchen goods like chopsticks are staples in many homes. From traditional wrapping cloths to Japanese tea cups, home goods have a rich artistic history and are still very much a part of modern life in Japan.

Endless Snack Variety

Japan offers a never-ending array of authentic delicacies, bringing new and delightful combinations of Japanese snacks and Japanese candy each season. Discovering new combinations of limited-edition treats promises exciting surprises—from Japanese chocolate to monaka and beyond, every indulgence is an adventure for the taste buds.

Japanese Cakes

From fluffy Japanese cheesecake to elegant matcha-infused cakes, Japanese cakes are beloved worldwide. Typically, Japanese cakes are less sweet than Western cakes and often take inspiration from wagashi, traditional Japanese sweets. Western and Japanese wagashi cakes, such as castella from Nagasaki, adopt well-balanced flavors that perfectly match local tastes.

Taiyaki & Dorayaki

Taiyaki and dorayaki are among the most beloved wagashi. Both are meticulously crafted using authentic ingredients, like red bean paste, and time-honored techniques, delighting palates across Japan. Originally considered as “street food,” taiyaki and dorayaki became popular with tea drinkers thanks to their gentle sweetness.

Yokan & Jelly

Yokan and Japanese jelly are timeless wagashi, traditional Japanese sweets with a long history. Thanks to the earthy sweetness of adzuki red beans, yokan has been a popular wagashi delicacy for centuries. Over time, people began experimenting with various flavors, and even today, yokan and jelly retain their popularity.