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Taiyaki & Dorayaki

Taiyaki and Dorayaki are among the most beloved traditional Japanese delicacies. 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.

Mochi

No Japanese sweet is as iconic as mochi. But what is mochi? Simply put, it's a chewy rice cake. Mochi is crafted by steaming rice, then pounding it until it reaches a smooth, elastic consistency that can be shaped. Mochi is made in a wide variety of sweet and savory flavors, including unique, seasonal flavors like sakura.

A popular style of mochi is daifuku (大福), a mochi dumpling featuring sweet fillings like adzuki red bean and strawberry and today you can find many different flavors crafted with various flavors, fruits and even ice creams.

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. Both western and Japanese cakes, such as castella from Nagasaki, adopt well-balanced flavors, perfectly matching Japanese tastes.

Senbei & Arare

Senbei and Arare, Japanese rice crackers, offer a satisfying crunch in every bite and are beloved as a light snack in Japan. Their convenient size and easy-to-eat nature makes them ideal for sharing during tea gatherings or gifting. While soy sauce flavor is classic, variations like curry and sweet options are equally favored, adding diversity to this traditional treat.

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 delicacy for centuries. Over time, people began experimenting with various flavors, and even today yokan and jelly retain their popularity.

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 a diverse array of teas, from ceremonial matcha to comforting hojicha, making it a tea enthusiast's paradise.

Candy

Japan has a long (and delicious) history with crafting candy. Perhaps the most iconic is Konpeito. Konpeito is Japanese sugar 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 gentle sweetness.

Japanese Home Goods

Japanese home goods have mastered the balance between function and beauty. Featuring unique, minimalist, geometric, and nature inspired patterns—Japanese ceramics and kitchen goods, such as chopsticks, remain staples in every home. 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.

Other

Japan offers a never-ending array of authentic delicacies, each season bringing new and delightful combinations. 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.