Chinbin (Rolled Mochi)

The gentle sweetness of the brown sugar spreads slowly from the soft, chewy dough.

Chinbin is an Okinawan-style brown sugar crepe believed to have been introduced from China. The name is said to be derived from the Chinese word 'senbei.' On Yukkanuhii (May 4th of the lunar calendar), it has traditionally been handmade at home and offered to the gods of fire or Buddhist altars to pray for the healthy growth of children. It is an essential sweet for this event, which is often called the Okinawan Children's Day.

When eaten while freshly made and warm, the richness of the brown sugar and the chewy texture are irresistible. It is a simple, lingering taste of home.