岩手県·和菓子
Iwaizumi Choco-man
From Iwaizumi Town, famous for Ryusendo Cave, comes a slightly unexpected treat: "Iwaizumi Choco-man." Although the name contains "man" (as in manju), it is actually a Western-style baked confection similar to a biscotti, made with dough kneaded with cocoa and filled with egg yolk paste. Ryusendo is one of Japan's three major limestone caves, alongside Akiyoshido and Ryugado, and is renowned for the incredible clarity of its underground lake. Born from this mystical town, this confection features a charming texture that is crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. With the gentle sweetness of chocolate and a chewy mouthfeel, it is an item you'll want to pair with your travel memories, capturing a moment from the cave town.
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