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Soba Shop's Kujira Mochi (Brown Sugar)
A local confection from the Shinjo area, made by steaming a mixture of glutinous rice and non-glutinous rice flour with brown sugar and walnuts. It is said that 'Kujira Mochi' originated about 300 years ago during the Shinjo Domain era as a form of military rations. There is also a theory that its name comes from 'hisashiku motsu yoi mochi' (good mochi that lasts a long time) due to its preservation qualities, and the custom of offering it to doll displays during the Peach Festival still remains today. It features a deep, nutritious flavor where a chewy texture, the richness of brown sugar, and the aroma of walnuts overlap. A single slice is quite filling. You can enjoy it thinly sliced as is, or lightly toasted for a more fragrant experience. It is a traditional taste of the Mogami region that you can savor while contemplating its history.
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Meiyu Kujira Mochi (Red Sugar)
A red sugar version of Kujira Mochi made by Meiyu in Obanazawa City. This stick-shaped confection combines glutinous rice and non-glutinous rice with walnuts and red sugar, and is a popular companion for sightseeing at Ginzan Onsen.
Soba Shop's Kujira-mochi (Soy Sauce Flavor)
A local confection from the Shinjo area, made by steaming a mixture of glutinous rice and non-glutinous rice flour kneaded with walnuts and soy sauce. This sweet and salty soy sauce flavor is another classic variation of Kujira-mochi that becomes addictive.
Meiyu Kujira-mochi Brown Sugar
A brown sugar version of the Kujira-mochi made by Meiyu in Obanazawa City. This preserved confectionery, passed down in the Mogami region, features a deep richness from brown sugar and the fragrant aroma of walnuts integrated into a chewy dough.
Kangetsudo Kujira-mochi (White Sugar & Walnut)
A white sugar and walnut flavored version of the traditional 'Kujira-mochi' made by Kangetsudo, a long-established shop in Obanazawa. The dough, kneaded with glutinous rice and white sugar, is studded with walnuts, offering a chewy texture and an elegant sweetness. It is a classic souvenir from Ginzan Onsen and is also appreciated for its long shelf life.
Kangetsudo Kujira-mochi Brown Sugar Walnut
Kangetsudo's Kujira-mochi in brown sugar and walnut flavor. The addition of brown sugar provides a richer flavor than white sugar, which, combined with the aroma of walnuts, results in a deep, flavorful finish. The chewy texture remains unchanged, making it a must-try item for comparison when visiting Ginzan Onsen.
Kangetsudo: Kujira Mochi (Miso Walnut Flavor)
A miso walnut flavor from Kangetsudo's Kujira Mochi series. By adding the saltiness and richness of miso, it achieves a deep flavor that is different from white sugar or brown sugar versions. The texture of the walnuts provides an accent to the chewy texture, making it the most mature-oriented flavor among the three varieties.
