🎌 Bakuya Usukawa Manju Red Bean Filling

The representative confection of the long-established store "Kashiwa-ya," which opened in the fifth year of the Kaei era (1852). It is renowned alongside Tokyo's "Shihose Manju" and Okayama's "Oute Manju," making it one of the "Three Great Manju of Japan," beloved by the public for 170 years. True to its name, the thin-skinned manju features a delicate outer layer that encases a refined and smooth red bean filling. The red bean filling is made from carefully selected high-quality red beans, meticulously cooked daily by skilled artisans who adjust the preparation based on the day's temperature and humidity. The refreshing sweetness and the texture that melts in your mouth are truly remarkable. This simple yet delicious treat, showcasing the characteristics of its ingredients, is loved by people of all ages. Its subtle sweetness and perfectly sized bite make it irresistible, leading you to keep reaching for more. Gift boxes are available in sets of 8, 10, and 15, as well as a convenient 5-piece pack. In addition to the directly operated store in Fukushima Prefecture, it is also sold at short-term and long-term rest areas along highways such as the Tohoku Expressway and Ban-etsu Expressway.

Fukushima's "Usukawa Manju," Tokyo's "Shihose Manju," and Okayama's "Oote Manju" are collectively known as the "Three Great Manju of Japan." The thin outer skin is filled with a generous amount of red bean paste, a taste that is loved by people of all ages and never gets old. There are convenient packs of 5, as well as gift boxes containing 8, 10, or 15 pieces.