Shotengai Magazine
What is Yokan? All You Need to Know About Yokan
Yokan is a classic Japanese confection with a history spanning over 1000 years. Yokan is mildly sweet with a simple azuki bean flavor and is typically shaped into uniform rectangular sticks....
What is Yokan? All You Need to Know About Yokan
Yokan is a classic Japanese confection with a history spanning over 1000 years. Yokan is mildly sweet with a simple azuki bean flavor and is typically shaped into uniform rectangular sticks....
Japanese Snacks vs. American Snacks: Are Japane...
Snacking has become integral to our daily lives, offering quick escapes and indulgence. American snacks, renowned for their variety, often prioritize indulgence over health. In contrast, Japanese snacks balance tradition...
Japanese Snacks vs. American Snacks: Are Japane...
Snacking has become integral to our daily lives, offering quick escapes and indulgence. American snacks, renowned for their variety, often prioritize indulgence over health. In contrast, Japanese snacks balance tradition...
The History and Evolution of Snacks in Asia
Asian snacks have evolved over centuries, initially shaped by local ingredients and cultures, and later influenced by global trade and modernization. Today, they offer a diverse range of flavors and...
The History and Evolution of Snacks in Asia
Asian snacks have evolved over centuries, initially shaped by local ingredients and cultures, and later influenced by global trade and modernization. Today, they offer a diverse range of flavors and...
Japan's Sweet Sensations (I): Le Mauve
In a quaint neighborhood of eastern Hyogo Prefecture, two bakeries are breaking barriers and changing lives. These establishments stand out not only for their delectable treats but also for their...
Japan's Sweet Sensations (I): Le Mauve
In a quaint neighborhood of eastern Hyogo Prefecture, two bakeries are breaking barriers and changing lives. These establishments stand out not only for their delectable treats but also for their...
Shinise (XVIII): Matsuokaken
Matsuokaken, established in 1897 by Awashima Tsune, is a renowned confectionery store in Fukui. They specialize in creating Habutae Mochi, a delicate and smooth rice confection. Matsuokaken also offers other...
Shinise (XVIII): Matsuokaken
Matsuokaken, established in 1897 by Awashima Tsune, is a renowned confectionery store in Fukui. They specialize in creating Habutae Mochi, a delicate and smooth rice confection. Matsuokaken also offers other...
Shinise (XVII): Nishisaka
Nishisaka is a traditional Japanese confectionery shop established in 1921. Located near Mikuni Station, it specializes in the production and sale of renowned local delicacies, such as sake manju. Nishisaka's sake...
Shinise (XVII): Nishisaka
Nishisaka is a traditional Japanese confectionery shop established in 1921. Located near Mikuni Station, it specializes in the production and sale of renowned local delicacies, such as sake manju. Nishisaka's sake...