"What's in the Box"
Bunmeido: Castella Cake
Allergens: Egg,Wheat/Gluten
For over 100 years, Bunmeido has been the standard for Castella in Japan. The moist, yellow sponge cake is rich in egg flavor and honey aroma. The highlight is the "Zarame" (coarse sugar) on the bottom, adding a delightful crunchy texture.
Shizuoka Maru-Kiri Matcha (Premium Grade)
Allergens: none
After extensive tasting, we have selected this premium "Maru-Kiri" Matcha from Shizuoka as the single best partner for our traditional sweets.
Unlike delicate teas, this matcha is characterized by its vibrant deep green color and a powerful, lingering natural sweetness (Umami). Its robust flavor profile stands up perfectly to rich sweets like Yokan and Karinto, creating a perfect marriage of flavors.
Experience the true essence of Japanese tea with this curated masterpiece.
Azabu Karinto (Signature Brown Sugar)
Allergens: Wheat, Sesame
A specialty from a queue-worthy shop in Azabu-Juban, Tokyo. These traditional deep-fried snacks are coated in rich, dark brown sugar syrup. They offer a sophisticated, crispy texture and a nostalgic yet elegant sweetness that represents the modern taste of Tokyo.
Toraya Small Yokan: Omokage
Allergens: None
A yokan featuring the unique flavor and deep richness of brown sugar from Iriomote Island, Okinawa. As its graceful name 'Omokage' (A memory or trace of something) suggests, it evokes a sense of sweet nostalgia.
Toraya Small Yokan: Yoru no Ume
Allergens: None
Toraya's most iconic Ogura Yokan (a sweet bean paste jelly with whole adzuki beans). The name poetically likens the adzuki beans on the cut surface to plum blossoms in the night's darkness. Enjoy its deep flavor, rich with tradition.
Wagashi Murakami: Warabi Mochi
Allergens: Soy
From Kanazawa, a city of traditional arts. This Warabi Mochi is made with distinct bracken starch, offering a smooth and jiggly texture. Sprinkle with the included Kinako (soybean flour) to enjoy its refined, nutty flavor.
