愛媛県·特産品
Uchiko Washi Candles
A large, flickering flame and a soft light—the Washi candles passed down in Uchiko Town are a traditional light continuing from the Edo period. The charm lies in the warm glow unique to plant-derived wax. Japanese candles are made by artisans manually layering wood wax, pressed from sumac berries, onto a wick. Uchiko was once a prosperous town due to its production of wood wax, and that tradition is still carried on today. Unlike petroleum-based candles, these are characterized by large, bright flames that are resistant to being blown out by the wind. While they are not something to be eaten, the quietly swaying light embodies the time accumulated by this town. Please experience the culture of Uchiko alongside its white-walled streets.
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