The Sweet Secret of Wagashi: A History of Sugar in Japanese Confectionery The world of wagashi (Japanese confectionery) is filled with a myriad of delightful flavors, but at its core lies a sweetness with a long history. Today, we’ll focus on sugar, an indispensable ingredient in wagashi, and unravel the history of Japanese flavors. The […]
The Main Ingredients Coloring Wagashi Wagashi, with its delicate flavors and beautiful appearance, is beloved worldwide as a representative of Japanese culinary culture. The source of its profound charm lies in its carefully selected ingredients. Today, we’ll focus on the five main players supporting the taste and beauty of wagashi – sugar, rice flour, azuki […]