山口県·銘菓
Goldfish Lantern Sweets (Yanai)
These sweets are shaped after the 'Goldfish Lantern,' a traditional craft that colors the summer in Yanai. Their bright red, lovely appearance makes them irresistible. The history of the Goldfish Lantern began during the late Edo period when merchants in Koichi were inspired by the goldfish nebuta of Aomori. They created them using dyes from local 'Yanai-shima' textiles, bamboo strips, and Japanese paper. With their round eyes and cute, small mouths, these 'clueless-looking' lanterns have been cherished as a summer staple that decorates the town's white-walled streets. These sweets capture that very image, making them a visually delightful treat. They are the perfect souvenir to commemorate a stroll through the white-walled streets of Yanai. You can take home the warmth of local craftsmanship in the form of a sweet.
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