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Tochi Mochi of Kamikitayama Village
"Tochi Mochi" is a simple traditional food passed down since ancient times in Kamikitayama Village, located deep within the mountains of Nara. Horse chestnut seeds have very strong tannins, making them inedible in their raw state. Using wood ash, the tannins are carefully removed over several days before the seeds can finally be pounded into mochi. This preserved food is packed with the wisdom of mountain life, passed down through generations without sparing any effort. The horse chestnut tree has supported people's lives since ancient times as a blessing of the mountains. It offers a subtle bitterness along with a unique aroma and stickiness. Please enjoy it with kinako (roasted soybean flour) or anko (sweet red bean paste). We invite you to taste the flavor of winter in this mountain village. It is a warming taste unique to Okuyoshino that becomes especially craved during the cold season.
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