長野県·銘菓
Onsen Manju
As you walk through the hot spring town shrouded in steam, the sweet aroma of freshly steamed manju will make you stop in your tracks. Onsen manju is one of the true joys of traveling. In hot spring resorts, the method of 'steaming' using geothermal heat and steam has been deeply rooted since ancient times, making these fluffy, thin-skinned steamed buns a staple souvenir. In Shakonyu Onsen in Shinshu, a popular variety features a light, caramel-infused skin enveloping sweet red bean paste with a rich aroma. When held in your palm, it is still slightly warm. Breaking open the soft skin reveals a glossy bean filling. Enjoying one with a cup of tea after a soak—it is a simple sweetness that you can only truly appreciate in a hot spring village.
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