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Minatoya Yuzu Monaka
With a single bite, the refreshing aroma of yuzu spreads softly—an elegant, bite-sized monaka that Minatoya, a long-established shop in Shirahama, takes great pride in. Founded in 1935, Minatoya finely minces the peel of yuzu grown in the upper reaches of the Kozagawa River and carefully kneads it into white bean paste. It won the Honorary Vice President Award at the 16th National Confectionery Expo in 1965. This is a dedicated product where the second-generation president personally participates in manufacturing, preserving unchanged methods. The shop is well-reputed for making Japanese sweets that utilize local Wakayama ingredients. The compatibility between the yuzu flavor and the light white bean paste is exceptional. The crispy monaka shell is also pleasant, and its convenient size makes it perfect for small gifts.
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Fukubishi Yuzu Monaka
A long-seller from Fukubishi, continuing since its founding in 1933. It features an exquisite balance between yuzu bean paste, made by peeling and cooking the yuzu peel in-house, and fragrant monaka wafers baked by artisans. A simple taste that never grows old.
Kadoya Yuzu Monaka
A monaka wafer made by Shunkaan Kadoya, founded in 1924, featuring wild yuzu from Kishu Ryujin kneaded into the bean paste. This famous confection from Shirahama has been produced for about half a century, and its citrus aroma and elegant sweetness make it the perfect accompaniment to tea.
