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Yamada Gyokusendo Kara-manju

広島県·和菓子

Yamada Gyokusendo Kara-manju

A simple and elegant baked confection known as Kara-manju, which has been continuously produced in Sera Town for approximately 300 years. Kara-manju is a traditional sweet said to have originated from the confectionery methods brought back from China (Tang) by Kobo Daishi. Yamada Gyokusendo in Sera Town, Hiroshima Prefecture, is an established shop that has continued making this treat for about 300 years across generations. The process involves wrapping white bean paste in a dough made of flour and sugar, then baking it into a round shape until fragrant. With its firm crust and lightly sweet white bean paste, it offers a timeless flavor that has long been favored by tea masters. It is a nutritious tea sweet that has been loved locally for a long time. This simple item provides a nostalgic and elegant sweetness, making it perfect to enjoy with tea. It is also highly recommended as a souvenir when visiting Sera.

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