愛知県·郷土料理
Gohei Mochi
The fragrant, toasted aroma of miso sauce charred over charcoal. The sweet and savory sauce soaks into the flattened rice, creating a texture that is crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside—a simple and warm local flavor passed down through mountain villages. Gohei Mochi is a traditional dish found in the mountainous regions of central Japan, including Okumikawa in Aichi, Kiso and Ina in Nagano, and Hida in Gifu. It is said to have been eaten as far back as the mid-Edo period. There are various theories regarding the origin of its name; some suggest it was modeled after the shape of 'Gohei' (ritual paper streamers) used as offerings to deities, while others claim it was started by a person named 'Gohei.' It is also said that its origins lie in feasts offered to the mountain gods. It is a nostalgic flavor that evokes the feeling of sitting by an irori (traditional sunken hearth).
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