🎌 Kikyo-ya Kikyo Shingen Mochi (桔梗屋 桔梗信玄餅)

Since its launch in 1968, 桔梗信玄餅 (Kikyou Shingen Mochi) has become one of Yamanashi Prefecture's iconic confections. These bite-sized, soft rice cakes are enjoyed with generous amounts of soybean flour and black sugar syrup. It appears that this treat was inspired by 安部川餅 (Abekawa Mochi), traditionally eaten during the Obon Festival, and reimagined in a modern style. The mochi is made without any additives, offering a simple, soft texture that, when combined with the thick black sugar syrup, provides a unique taste that cannot be found elsewhere. Since its debut, the original flavor has been consistently made by hand. A notable feature of 桔梗信玄餅 (Kikyou Shingen Mochi) is its packaging in a plastic furoshiki. This innovative packaging method was quite novel at the time of its launch and remains one of the reasons for its popularity. The packaging is not done by machines, but rather by artisans who carefully wrap each piece by hand. Having won numerous awards, including the Honorary President Award at the 19th National Confectionery Exposition and the Monde Selection Quality Award, 桔梗信玄餅 (Kikyou Shingen Mochi) is a dessert loved by everyone. Because it is individually packaged, it makes for an easy gift. One can also choose from three packaging colors—red, dark blue, and white—according to the recipient's preference. Additionally, there is a 桔梗信玄餅 (Kikyou Shingen Mochi) themed tourist factory located in Fujikawa City, Yamanashi Prefecture, where visitors can observe the mochi-making process.

Representative confectionery of Yamanashi Prefecture. Inherits the simple taste unchanged since its original launch. Craftsmen wholeheartedly hand-package each one.