Chestnut Yokan Jelly 1 各

Prefecture: Ehime
Producer: Besshiame Honpo
Ingredients: Sugar (domestically produced), red bean paste, chestnut (domestically produced), agar
Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Soy-free
Size: 70g 
Storage: Refrigerate after opening and use as soon as possible.
 

Yokan is a popular form of wagashi (traditional Japanese sweet) with a natural sweetness from azuki (sweet red beans) and a firm, jelly-like texture from kanten (agar). This seasonal yokan features one of Japan’s favorite fall ingredients: chestnuts. Carefully sourced domestic chestnuts are cut to just the right size by skilled craftsmen and artfully arranged on the surface of the yokan, imparting their sweet, nutty flavor. The golden color of the chestnuts also beautifully contrasts the deep red of the yokan, creating a stunning visual reminiscent of the fall foliage. 

Besshiame Honpo made its name with a simple dairy-based boiled sweet commemorating the historic Besshi Copper Mine in Ehime Prefecture. Today the company honors its over 150 years of history with a wide variety of traditional confections, including yokan, cheesecakes, and of course the Besshiame boiled sweets that started it all. 
 

Suggested uses: Enjoy as is. Pairs wonderfully with matcha!