広島県·和菓子
Toihaga (Yamadaya)
When you break open the thinly baked skin, it is filled with plenty of chunky red bean paste. The chewy dough is packed with adzuki beans that have an elegant and light sweetness. A subtle hint of butter leaves a lingering aroma on the palate. This Japanese confection is made by Yamadaya, a long-established shop in Miyajima. The dough uses 100% glutinous rice flour, wrapped around a mixture of smooth and chunky red bean paste before being baked. In 2002, it won the prestigious Honorary President's Award, the highest honor, at the National Confectionery Expo. While similar to Momiji Manju, its texture and flavor are entirely different, and many Hiroshima locals recommend this over the original. It does not harden even when chilled in the freezer, allowing you to enjoy its chewy texture. If warmed slightly, the outside becomes beautifully toasted and fragrant. It is an unforgettable specialty of Miyajima that you must try.
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