大阪府·和菓子
Awa-okoshi / Iwa-okoshi
When it comes to the original souvenirs of Osaka, Awa-okoshi and Iwa-okoshi are the pioneers. These are fragrant, traditional sweets made by hardening rice or millet with syrup. As the city flourished during the construction of Osaka Castle by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, these sweets became widely popular as an auspicious snack symbolizing 'rising up one's body, establishing a household, and rebuilding a nation.' The long-established Amidaike Daikoku was founded in 1805 (the 2nd year of the Bunka era). It is said that the first generation, Rinnosuke Kobayashi, began making okoshi using high-quality rice on the shores of Amida Pond. With a pleasant, crisp, and firm texture and a simple, gentle sweetness, the savory aroma that spreads through your mouth with every bite is the very essence of the traditional taste of Osaka, preserved to this day.
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