🎌 Baihualan "Niigata Amber" にいがた琥珀

The Hyakuhana-en was established in the 15th year of the Meiji era (1882) and is a long-standing wagashi shop in Niigata. Now run by the fourth generation, it continuously introduces new snacks that emphasize tradition while incorporating Western dessert elements. "Niigata Kohaku" is a modern twist on the traditional "Kohaku candy," where kanten is dissolved and mixed with sugar and syrup to create a dry surface. The appearance is inspired by famous Niigata products, including rice, sake, Bandai Bridge, edamame, snow, Sado Island, ocean waves, and fireworks, with flavors such as yuzu, matcha, and blueberry. Notably, the rice and sake varieties use sake brewed with 100% pure rice from the Imada Tsukasa Brewery in Niigata City. The texture features a crispy outer layer and a chewy inner layer. The packaging features illustrations in the Niigata style. When you open the small box, you are greeted by a colorful array of snacks arranged like a puzzle, making it an elegant Niigata souvenir that is sure to be irresistible.

A popular product from the Niigata wagashi shop that opened during the Meiji era. Experience the unique texture of sugar confections. Shaped like eight famous local specialties from Niigata. The flavors vary according to the appearance. The cute packaging design makes it perfect as a souvenir.