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Iwayado Yokan - Extra Chestnut
As the name suggests, Iwayado Yokan's 'Extra Chestnut' is a luxurious bar packed with large pieces of chestnut. Iwayado Yokan is a famous confection from Iwate, produced by Kaishindo in Esashi, Oshu City, boasting a history of over 300 years. It is said to have originated in Iwayado, which flourished as a post town connecting the sea and the inland during the Edo period, where the lord of Iwayado Castle of the Date Clan protected and encouraged its production as a sweet. Large pieces of chestnuts preserved in syrup are generously mixed into yokan made by carefully kneading domestic adzuki beans over a long period of time. With the smooth texture of the yokan and the fluffy texture of the chestnuts, this deep, flavorful treat—as if the essence of autumn has been condensed into a single bar—is perfect for mail order or as a gift.
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