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Izumo Ginger Candy (Izumo no Shogato)
A translucent sugar confection that looks like glass tiles. The 'Izumo no Shogato' features a lingering sensation of sharp ginger spice followed by a clean sweetness. It is said to have originated in 1715 (Shotoku 5) when Kuramaya Bunzaemon perfected it as a sweet to accompany tea ceremonies, boasting a history of over 300 years. The raw material used is the rare 'Deishi Ginger' grown in the Deishi district of Izumo City. Known as 'phantom ginger,' its flavor cannot be replicated even if the same seeds are planted elsewhere, and its low fiber content makes it ideal for confectionery. The traditional production method, where concentrated ginger and sugar syrup are poured individually into copper molds to solidify, is still passed down today. This is a delicate confection where the final result changes based on the precision of the reduction process. It is a simple yet profound taste of Izumo's tradition.
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