三重県·銘菓
Katayaki
When you hear 'Japan's hardest rice cracker,' don't you feel an urge to try it? Katayaki is a traditional confection passed down in the Iga region. It is said to have originated as an emergency food source for Iga ninjas during the Warring States period—something that wouldn't take up much space and had a long shelf life while they waited for opportunities while hiding in attics or under floors; because of this, it has also been called 'Ninja Confection.' Made primarily from flour and sugar, it is slowly baked for about an hour under the weight of oak wood. It is so hard that you must break it into pieces using the included small mallet. The simple sweetness that gradually spreads as you chew, combined with the fun of breaking it apart, offers a flavor unique to Iga, the village of the ninjas. We also recommend soaking it in tea or coffee to soften it before eating.
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