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Miidera Rikimochi
There is a legend from the era when Mount Hiei and Miidera were in conflict, stating that Benkei dragged the bell of Miidera all the way to Mount Hiei. Named after Benkei's superhuman strength, the Otsu specialty 'Miidera Rikimochi' was born. Since its founding by the first generation, Shinno Hanbei, in the second year of the Meiji era, the original Miidera Rikimochi shop has continued to preserve this simple taste for over 150 years. It is characterized by soft mochi generously coated in beautiful green kinako (soybean powder) made from a blend of green soybeans and matcha. It has a subtle sweetness and a pleasant aroma, with a slightly refreshing aftertaste. The three adorable pieces of mochi on a skewer have an endearing appearance. Please enjoy it along with the history of Otsu while reflecting on the legend of Benkei.
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Miidera Rikimochi
A famous specialty that has continued since the Meiji era in front of Miidera Temple in Otsu City. This simple-tasting confection features soft mochi topped with plenty of kinako (roasted soybean flour) and syrup, and is a representative sweet of Otsu, associated with the legend of Benkei's dragging bell.
