In Japan, confections are thoughtfully crafted to reflect the changing seasons. This month, our team has carefully selected some seasonal sweets and snacks to share with you. Which one did you receive?
Strawberry Coated Peanuts
By Ogawa Foods (Kagoshima)
Common Allergens: Wheat, Dairy, Peanuts
May Contain Traces Of: N/A
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
Coated with the delicate tartness of Amaou strawberries, these peanuts have a satisfying crunch with a perfect blend of sweet and savory notes.
Orange Chocolate Cookie
By Kobe Horakuan (Hyogo)
Common Allergens: Wheat, Egg, Dairy, Soy, Orange
May Contain Traces Of: Shrimp, Peanuts, Walnut
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
These crisp cookies combine rich, dark chocolate with a burst of zesty orange, creating a satisfying contrast of flavors and textures.
Daruma Senbei
By Nanakoshi Confectionery (Saitama)
Common Allergens: Soy, Wheat, Sesame
May Contain Traces Of: Egg, Buckwheat, Peanuts, Dairy, Shrimp, Crab
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
Embossed with the face of a Bushu Daruma doll, a symbol of good luck, and seasoned with a spicy shichimi pepper flavor, this senbei offers a crunchy, addictive snack.
Sakura Mochi
By Marusan Tamakiya (Nagano)
Common Allergens: Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Wheat, Egg, Dairy, Walnut, Apple, Orange, Peach, Banana, Gelatin
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
This chewy mochi is lightly sprinkled with iridescent powder, making it glisten in the light. The sweetness combined with cherry blossom notes creates a harmonious dance of flavors.
Ryokucha Usuyaki
By Itogawaya (Mie)
Common Allergens: Wheat
May Contain Traces Of: Egg, Dairy, Peanuts, Buckwheat, Shrimp, Crab, Walnuts, Sesame, Soy
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
Usuyaki are thinly baked cookies with a delicate texture and refined taste. This version, made with Ise Ryokucha from Mie Prefecture, organic wheat, sugar, and rice oil, offers a subtle yet rich green tea flavor.
Strawberry Waffle Cookie
By Seikado (Ishikawa)
Common Allergens: Wheat, Egg, Dairy, Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Almond
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
These 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.
Sakura Konpeito
By Matsumoto Confectionery (Osaka)
Common Allergens: N/A
May Contain Traces Of: Wheat, Egg, Dairy, Peanuts, Shrimp
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
Konpeito are small, traditional Japanese candies with a delicate sweetness. Made through a unique crystallization process, these colorful treats have been enjoyed in Japan for centuries.
Salt Senbei
By Iwastuka Confectionery (Niigata)
Common Allergens: Wheat, Soy
May Contain Traces Of: Shrimp, Crab, Wheat, Egg, Peanuts, Dairy
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
These classic rice crackers are known for their light, crisp texture that melts in your mouth. Glazed with a nostalgic sweet and salty soy sauce, each bite delivers a comforting flavor that’s been beloved for generations.
Maple Cashew Nuts
By Uchiyama Tozaburo Shoten (Niigata)
Common Allergens: Cashew Nuts, Wheat
May Contain Traces Of: Peanuts, Dairy, Egg, Shrimp, Crab, Walnut
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
Savor the satisfying crunch of cashew nuts encased in a rich maple-flavored coating—the perfect harmony of nuttiness and sweet notes in every bite.
Salted Edamame Arare
By Iwatsuka Confectionery (Niigata)
Common Allergens: Shrimp, Gelatin, Soy, Peanuts
May Contain Traces Of: Crab, Wheat, Egg, Dairy
Vegetarian Friendly: No
Made with edamame beans kneaded into rice dough, this snack delivers a rich, savory flavor. Lightly salted to elevate the natural taste of edamame, it also includes peanuts for an added crunch.
Sakura Boro Cookies
By Matsumoto Confectionery (Osaka)
Common Allergens: Egg, Wheat, Dairy
May Contain Traces Of: Shrimp, Peanuts
Vegetarian Friendly: Yes
These traditional boro cookies are made with
simple, locally-sourced ingredients—flour, eggs, milk, and sugar. Lightly crisp with a subtle sweetness, they come in charming sakura packaging.
