山形県·郷土菓子
Kujira-mochi
When you take a bite, you first experience a chewy elasticity, followed by the gentle sweetness of the glutinous rice and the savory aroma of walnuts scattered throughout. The sweetness is subtle, allowing the richness of the ingredients to emerge with every chew. Kujira-mochi is a local confection passed down through generations in the Mogami region. A mixture of glutinous and non-glutinous rice flour is kneaded with water, combined with sugar and walnuts, and then slowly steamed in a bamboo steamer. In Shinjo and Mogami, there is a custom of offering it during the Hinamatsuri (Doll Festival) according to the lunar calendar, and various flavors—including white sugar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and even red bean paste—have long been enjoyed. It is delicious sliced thinly and eaten as is, or lightly toasted. It is a taste of the snowy Mogami homeland, with a chewy texture that lingers on the palate.
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