石川県·銘菓
Shibafune
Take a crisp bite of this oval-shaped cracker with its elegant curve. After the gentle sweetness of sugar, the aroma of ginger smoothly drifts through your nose—Shibafune is a refined confection nurtured by the Kaga Hyakumangoku (the million-koku Kaga Domain). It is said that its name originates from the sight of firewood boats descending the Sai and Asano Rivers, laden with wood. The cracker is curved to resemble the shape of a boat overflowing with firewood, then baked after being coated with ginger juice and sugar. Tradition holds that it has been used as an offering since the time of Maeda Toshiyuki, the third lord of the Kaga Domain. The sharp spiciness of ginger hidden within the sweetness creates an exquisite balance of sweet and spicy that keeps you coming back for more. It is a single piece you'll find yourself wanting to pair with a warm cup of tea.
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