島根県·特産品
Yasugi Shimizu Yokan
When you peel back the bamboo skin, a glossy, black yokan is revealed. One bite delivers the gentle sweetness of red beans and a smooth, unique texture—this is the Shimizu Yokan, passed down at the gates of Kiyomizu Temple in Yasugi. The ingredients are nothing more than red beans, agar, and sugar. It is a simple mizuyokan (soft yokan) made by hand without any additives or unnecessary extras. Long cherished in front of the ancient temple Zuiko-zan Kiyomizu-dera, its flavor has continued since the Edo period and has even been recognized as one of the Agency for Cultural Affairs' '100 Year Foods.' The warm texture of the bamboo skin used for wrapping is also a charm unique to Shimizu Yokan. When chilled, its smoothness becomes even more pronounced. Pair it with a cup of tea and slowly savor the quiet sweetness of this temple town tradition.
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