香川県·和菓子
Ishimatsu Manju
This is a famous confection of Kotohira, inspired by the anecdote of Ishimatsu of the Mori clan making a pilgrimage to Konpira on behalf of another. It is a product that Kinokuniya Honten, founded in 1882 (Meiji 15), has continued to sell on the Omotesando (approach) of Konpira-san. The manju is shaped like Ishimatsu's sedge hat (sandogasa), inspired by the tale where Mori no Ishimatsu, a subordinate of the Bakumatsu-era outlaw Shimizu Jirocho, went to Kotohira-gu to present a sword in place of his boss. It consists of a castella-style cake shaped like a hat, filled with smooth red bean paste made with Wasanbon sugar. It is a guaranteed delicious treat, having received the Honorary President's Award at the National Confectionery Expo. This famous sweet provides a moment of relaxation from the fatigue of travel on your way back from a pilgrimage to Konpira. The flavor is even more special when enjoyed while reflecting on the historical anecdote.
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