福島県·郷土料理
Hishimaki
Passed down in the Aizu region, 'Hishimaki' is a simple, rustic mochi sweet wrapped in bamboo leaves. Depending on the area, it is also known as 'Sasamaki' or 'Chimaki'. It is a simple local flavor made by wrapping glutinous rice in bamboo leaves and boiling it. It has traditionally been eaten during the Boy's Festival (Tango no Sekku) to pray for the healthy growth of boys. Bamboo leaves have antibacterial properties, so they were reportedly useful as a way to preserve food during the hot season. In Aizu, the standard way to enjoy it is in a triangular shape, generously coated with sweet kinako (roasted soybean flour). The time and effort taken to wrap each one by hand feels like the very embodiment of a family's prayers. It is a traditional seasonal sweet that offers the delightful aroma of bamboo and a chewy texture.
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