Every month, Sakuraco is honored to work with local artisans to curate snack boxes that feature celebrations of traditional wagashi crafts. Which one did you receive?
Sweet Potato Sablé
By Tamada (Kumamoto)
Common Allergens: Wheat, Soy, Eggs, Dairy, Sesame
May Contain Traces Of: Peanuts
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
In each bite of these delicate sablé cookies, the sweetness of Japanese sweet potato mingles with the warm, nutty flavor of sesame, while a crisp, tender texture further entices the palate.
Black Pepper Shiitake Arare
By Morihaku Confectionery (Gifu)
Common Allergens: Wheat, Dairy, Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Shrimp, Crab, Eggs, Peanuts, Almonds, Squid, Cashew Nuts, Beef, Sesame, Salmon, Mackerel, Chicken, Pork, Apple
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
Made from domestic glutinous rice and coated with shiitake mushroom powder, these arare have a deep, fragrant umami with a touch of black pepper for a lingering, savory finish.
Shinshu Apple Sandwich Cookie
By Shinshu Mebukidou (Nagano)
Common Allergens: Wheat, Eggs, Dairy, Almonds, Soy, Apple
May Contain Traces Of: Peach, Orange, Banana
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
Shinshu apples, grown in Nagano and celebrated for their sweet, juicy flavor, are blended into a smooth cream filling between cinnamon-scented biscuits, with a light layer of cornflakes adding a subtle crunch to this beloved confection.
Hokkaido Baked Strawberry Chocolate
By Seikado (Hokkaido)
Common Allergens: Wheat, Dairy, Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Eggs, Peanuts, Walnuts, Cashew Nuts, Banana, Apple, Sesame, Almond
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
A famous Hokkaido snack, this strawberry-flavored baked white chocolate offers a dense, fudgy texture, with rich white chocolate baked directly into the dough for a satisfyingly indulgent treat.
Soy Sauce Senbei
By Watanabe Confectionery (Kyoto)
Common Allergens: Wheat, Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Eggs, Dairy, Shrimp, Crab, Apple, Gelatin, Pork, Chicken, Sesame
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
Crafted from carefully selected domestic rice and baked to a golden hue, this crunchy senbei is then brushed with a rich blend of two soy sauces for a deeply savory, aromatic flavor.
New Year’s Okaki
By Houzenji Arare (Hyogo)
Common Allergens: Eggs, Wheat, Soy, Gelatin
May Contain Traces Of: Shrimp, Crab, Dairy, Beef, Sesame, Salmon, Chicken, Pork, Apple
Vegetarian Friendly: No
Bite into these okaki, or traditional Japanese rice crackers. They offer a delicate texture and savory flavor that comes from Japanese mayonnaise, and are individually wrapped to resemble festive New Year’s gifting envelopes.
Kinako Ame Candy
By Daimaru Honpo (Aichi)
Common Allergens: Soy, Sesame
May Contain Traces Of: Peanuts
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
These soft, bite-sized candies are flavored with nutty kinako, a roasted soybean powder, offering a naturally aromatic sweetness that lingers on the palate.
Seven Lucky Gods Cookies
By Matsumoto Confectionery (Osaka)
Common Allergens: Eggs, Wheat, Dairy
May Contain Traces Of: Shrimp, Peanuts
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
These bite-sized cookies are lightly baked to a delicate crisp and adorned with imagery of the Seven Gods of Fortune on their packaging. Their subtly sweet flavor makes them a delightful treat.
Kawara Senbei
By Honma Confectionery (Niigata)
Common Allergens: Eggs, Wheat
May Contain Traces Of: Peanuts, Soy, Sesame
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
Kawara are a traditional type of roof tile used on older Japanese homes. These senbei are named for their flat, rectangular shape and have been beloved for over 50 years for their simple savory-sweet flavor.
Cheese Jari Mame
By Tokainosan (Shizuoka)
Common Allergens: Almond, Wheat, Soy, Dairy
May Contain Traces Of: Egg, Shrimp, Crab
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
Jari mame, meaning pebble beans, are a traditional snack made from mixing three kinds of roasted seeds: sunflower, pumpkin, and almond. This savory version coats each piece generously in cheese powder.
Daruma Senbei
By Senya (Saitama)
Common Allergens: Wheat, Soy, Sesame, Gelatin, Katsuo (Bonito Fish Flakes)
May Contain Traces Of: Shrimp, Eggs, Dairy, Chicken, Pork, Apple
Vegetarian Friendly: No
Shaped like a Daruma doll, Japan’s symbol of perseverance, this senbei is brushed with a secret soy sauce glaze and lightly dusted with shichimi, offering a savory, subtly spiced bite.
Kinako Puffed Mochi
By Echigo Confectionery (Niigata)
Common Allergens: Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Shrimp, Crab, Wheat, Eggs, Dairy, Peanuts
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
These airy, melt-in-your-mouth mochi puffs are made from 100% domestically grown rice and infused with the nutty, subtly sweet flavor of kinako, or roasted soybean powder.
Matcha Cream Senbei
By Seki Confectionery (Kyoto)
Common Allergens: Wheat, Eggs, Dairy, Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Buckwheat (Soba), Peanuts
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
Two crisp senbei crackers sandwich a lightly sweet, velvety cream infused with Kyoto Uji matcha, creating a balanced bite that highlights the tea’s rich depth and vibrant aroma.
Baked Yatsuhashi
By Kyoeidou (Kyoto)
Common Allergens: Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Eggs, Wheat, Dairy, Sesame
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
Yatsuhashi has been a beloved Kyoto confection since the Edo period (1603-1868), believed to have been named for its bridge shape. This baked style delivers a brittle texture and warm cinnamon flavor beloved for generations.
Brown Butter Waffle Cookie
By Seikado (Ishikawa)
Common Allergens: Eggs, Wheat, Dairy, Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Almonds
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
A delightful blend of crisp texture and rich flavor, this waffle cookie is a treat of quiet indulgence. The golden, caramelized surface offers a gentle crunch, perfectly balanced by the deep aroma of browned butter. Each bite captures the warmth and richness of classic Japanese-style confections.
Brown Butter Chocolat Waffle Cookie
By Seikado (Ishikawa)
Common Allergens: Eggs, Wheat, Dairy, Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Almonds
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
These waffle cookies offer a luxurious harmony of texture and flavor. Each bite combines the satisfying crunch of golden waffle layers with a thin coating of rich caramel. The deep aroma of brown butter pairs perfectly with the subtle richness of chocolate, creating a treat that is both nostalgic and refined.
Strawberry Waffle Cookie
By Seikado (Ishikawa)
Common Allergens: Eggs, Wheat, Dairy, Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Almonds
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
These delicious cookies combine the crisp texture of a waffle with an indulgent caramelized crunch. Enjoy the rich, buttery flavor paired with the sweet and tangy notes of strawberries.
