福島県·銘菓
Kumatapan
When people think of the soul food of Sukagawa citizens, they think of "Kumatapan." It is a simple baked sweet devised by the first generation in 1952, following the liberalization of sugar sales. Flour is kneaded with brown sugar water, filled with smooth red bean paste, baked into an oval shape, and finished with a coating of sugar. The craftsmanship shines through the technique of adjusting the amount of brown sugar according to the day's temperature and humidity. It is said that the name "pan" was inspired by the popular Ginza-style anpan (sweet bean buns) of that era. Locally also known as "Zori-pan," it is a highly accomplished sweet that has received the Honorary Gold Award at the National Confectionery Expo. It is a snack that feels somewhat nostalgic and continues to be loved for a long time in Sukagawa.
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