沖縄県·銘菓
Haebaru Pumpkin Sweets
Haebaru Town is known as the 'Village of Pumpkins.' These are heartwarming, sweet treats made using their pride-and-joy pumpkins. Located in the southern part of Okinawa Island, Haebaru is the only town in the prefecture that does not face the sea. Since around 1973, pumpkin cultivation has been promoted as a specialty product to replace sugarcane, and today they are known for their intense sweetness—with sugar content exceeding 20 degrees when fully ripe—and their fluffy texture. They are so popular that many are shipped to high-end restaurants outside the prefecture. When transformed into pudding or tarts, the pumpkin's natural sweetness spreads gently across the palate without relying too much on added sugar. The rich, dense flavor is the essence of the pumpkin itself. These are heartwarming snacks unique to Haebaru that you can find at local confectionery shops.
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