Confectionery Known Only to Japanese
Hidden Gem of Wagashi? Visiting Otsu? There’s a wagashi shop that you MUST try! Mochiya Hyousuke is a popular wagashi shop which has had a long history since Edo era (1751 years). Many travelers drank tea and took a rest … Continued
Japanese Sweet of Funa-zushi (crucian carp sushi) Pie: Otsu City, Shiga, Funa-zushi is a local specialty of Shiga Prefecture. Crucian carps preserved in salt are mixed with rice, and it is fermented and picked well. The smell is unique and similar … Continued
Presenting Local Wagashi (Japanese style sweet) of Shiga Prefecture Shiga prefecture has some representative souvenirs such as Oomi beef, Funa-zushi (crucian carp sushi), red konjac and so on. However, you must not forget delicious and unique wagashi (Japanese style sweets) loved … Continued